Fahassani - 10-18-2009 at 04:52 PM
Hello there!
Edit: The image hosting website is "Site is closed" which
I lost photos of the Oud repair on this post.
GUY - 10-19-2009 at 08:50 AM
I think it is really a challenge to repair such damages.might be more difficult than building a new one.But as you said the meaning is particular
Good luck
Guy
Segura - 10-19-2009 at 09:29 AM
A family instrument is too important to remain like this.
You have to take it back to music!
A devoted luthier is able to give it a new life.
And don't let your oud get into more fight...
fernandraynaud - 10-19-2009 at 01:29 PM
In California a luthier would have an obligation to report you to the cops and check you wife's head for oud marks.
Fahassani - 10-20-2009 at 11:31 PM
@GUY , A challenge you say 
, So be it! thanks
@ Segura , Am devoted!
So, Here are the Photos of the cleaning I had done within a day work, this is what left of this Oud.
Here are the ribs I will be using. Cos am not 100% free on time, I do one TOO two ribs a day ( If I feel like it!)
God willing, updates next Week from now. 
Fahassani - 12-14-2009 at 04:26 PM
Hi,
UPDATES,
9 new ribs needed to replace broken ones. Back is completed but did not sand it yet.
Some Notes: I had left the Oud once outdoor which had effected some ribs due to fog. 
I may had used a lot of glue!
The repair went (somewhat) smooth so far, I will be installing a new Soundboard, and finger board to be repaired.
I did a video, not sure if the vid helps but just did it for fun . http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwMqleuFuv0
oudde - 12-20-2009 at 05:27 AM
Great project, great video and most great background music!
Every video of construnting or repairing a musical instrument is always useful.
I am waiting for the next ones, and a taqsim of course of the finished instrument.
Sazi - 12-20-2009 at 02:35 PM
Thanks for the video, I love the hi-tech bending system and clamps!
Next time I think I can't start a project because I don't have the right tools I will watch this and be inspired!
Bravo!
Danielo - 12-20-2009 at 02:47 PM
Great video ! funny and instructive
Peyman - 12-20-2009 at 06:23 PM
I liked your video too! 
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