Bridge/Fingerboard Removal Knife

Not being a luthier, but being around acoustic instruments all my life, I find the "Bridge/Fingerboard Removal Knife" a VERY handy tool to have in your kit. I have a Martin D-28-12 from the late 60's that needs a new pickguard. This tool is perfect for gently lifting off the old pickguard after carefully heating the area with an 80w bulb for about 20 minutes or so. Removing a fingerboard? That's for the big dogs to attempt.

You can get the EXACT same knife plus 3 more in a set for $9.95 CAN

I used this along with the steamer to help get a fret board off a Les Paul special. It worked pretty good and was real helpful in getting things started. However, the handle came off about half way trough. Also wish the blade was just a tiny bit stiffer.

In reading the other review I never thought of sharpening and or heating it. That may have helped. I do quite a bit of fingerboard replacements and my first choice is actually a Behr Spatula. It is thick enough so you can provide some power behind it. This one seems a little thin for that but is good for getting the separation started and edges. Have not had an opportunity to try it on an acoustic bridge.

Worked very well after sharpening it on a whetstone. Prior to sharpening, it was like using a putty knife. Great flexibility. Sharpen and heat with a hairdryer and your bridge will be on your workbench in short order.