Case refurb?

ed.swann · New Member Joined: 06 Oct 2017 Posts: 5

Anyone know of someone who could refurbish a Bach Strad case? My case from the mid 80's is a bit rough on the exterior and the main carry handle broke off.

kehaulani · Posted: Sat Dec 30, 2017 10:54 am Post subject:

I had a case modified by taking it to a furniture restorer. You could also look for a luggage restorer. If you don't find a suitable case restorer, you might consider these.
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RandyTX · Posted: Sun Dec 31, 2017 12:13 pm Post subject:

I don't actually use the case for anything but storage anymore, but my old Bach case (early 80's) handle finally died and fell off too.

I took it to a local shoe repair/leather guy and he made a new one for me. Only cost a small amount and will probably last a century or so, especially as little as I use it now.

It doesn't look 'original' but it's arguably better than what was on there from Bach (some sort of faux leather plastic hybrid junk).
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plankowner110 · Heavyweight Member Joined: 12 Jun 2003 Posts: 3620

Bach case repairs are easy. Handle can be replaced by a good instrument repair shop and the case can be made to look nice again. We regularly replace handles, latches, and hinges. Not looking for more work with this response. Just take your case to the nearest full service repair shop.
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