Work Page 12-25
1956 Vega Little Wonder

1956
99256/99425
22 fret plectrum
4 pc flange with resonator
Last of the dowel stick models
10-15/16"  3 ply rolled rim  
Little Wonder tone ring  
28 brackets - 1/4" tension nuts  
Phillips screws- no washers  
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.
The new look.
Low action, VG downforce.
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.
Setup on GHS lights
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.
27/32" bridge, Vintage No-Knot tailpiece.
12-16 - waiting on lacquer shipment to final the finish.
MORE TO FOLLOW