I made a new bridge out of rosewood. I used measurements off a 1950's Gibson archtop bridge to get me some rough measurements, but this guitar needs a lower profile bridge due to its lower neck angle, so I started redesigning it as I went.
After roughing out the bridge and radiusing the top to a 12" radius, I taped it in place on the top, attached the tailpiece, and put a 1st and 6th string on to get an idea of what the string spread at the bridge should be.
Then I roughed out the intonated section of the bridge. Still needs some sanding but it turned out pretty good!
Then I roughed out the intonated section of the bridge. Still needs some sanding but it turned out pretty good!