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1959 Vega Little Wonder

1956
99256/99425
22 fret plectrum
4 pc flange with resonator
Last of the dowel stick models
10-15/16" multi-ply rim (Period correct)
Little Wonder tone ring  
28 brackets - 1/4" tension nuts (Period correct)
Phillips screws- no washers (Period correct)
Notched tension hoop with Vegavox style tailpiece, hoop mounted
(Period correct)
Vega "five star" calfskin head (Premium hide)
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Conversion neck will be Gold Tone 5 string.
Poly-resin finish
Frailing scoop
Cloud inlay
Factory 2nd (Chip in peghead finish)
Torch peghead inlay
Vega style peghead shape

Sequence #1
That was the "Blem" that made this a factory 2nd.
Sequence #2
Cutting heel for correct depth.
Final version of Little Wonder
In with some 60s VEGA lettering, MOP
Vega always had a makers mark in pencil here:
Dowel glued and stained, having a look.
Assembling rim.
Adding a new heel cap
Head bearing is bedded into the rim.
Shaping the insets to be more "Vega"
Orig. dowel to be used.
Starting the tenon hole.
I will shape the truss cover like Vega
Installed orig. Elton pegs and armrest,
Ready to setup.
Finish will be overcoated with lacquer.
Out with the GT Logo
New rim finish to match neck.
Time to set the dowel.
That is my depth needed.
Removing rust from un-plated hooks.
Modern 5th peg with vintage button.
Stripping resonator.
MORE TO FOLLOW