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    How can I see a Burst?

    Norm does not have any Bursts in his vault (as far as I am aware, that's only hearsay but from a source I trust.) Guitar shows are the way mate. If you ever get across the pond we do the Burst Believers stands at some of the shows here in the UK. We have had up to 8 at a time here once or...
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    Anyone know how to fix broken Lifton case latches?

    Aye, it's major surgery indeed. Would love to avoid it if I can, if not its prime time to re-line the case with a more accurate colour fabric. Now THAT would be taking the cost to stupid places ??
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    Anyone know how to fix broken Lifton case latches?

    Hey man, thanks for the comment! From looking inside the gap in the top of the latch casing, what I'm assuming is a leaf spring which keeps tension on the clasp is loose and wobbling about. I'm pretty sure it's not the nub being worn smooth, although it may be worth seeing if it makes a...
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    Anyone know how to fix broken Lifton case latches?

    At no point did I say anything like what you seem to be attributing to me? I never said I expect my case to function like a modern protective case? I literally asked if anyone knew how to mend some broken latches!! ?? Your high-horse attitude is why this forum has a poor reputation in other...
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    Anyone know how to fix broken Lifton case latches?

    Hey mate, thanks for you reply. Just for the record I never said I won't take it out in another case, I only said I just wanted the case to shut properly while the guitar is in it. As far as fixing it, I have no doubt I could, I made the guitar that is going to go in it! As far as me not...
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    Anyone know how to fix broken Lifton case latches?

    It is very easy to say that "oh I was going to help, but you were a dick" after the fact. No, you had the opportunity to share useful knowlege, you CHOSE to withhold it AND make a smug remark about how I should just get a better case. If you can't see how that would frankly piss someone off, I...
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    Anyone know how to fix broken Lifton case latches?

    You did ask questions I'll give you that, I appreciate that. I just can't see how you can think that suggesting buying another case isn't going to just be extremly irritating. Why should you ever expect a blunt response? You have obviously led a very sheltered life! I'm slightly envious. I...
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    Anyone know how to fix broken Lifton case latches?

    Is it? I can buy the latches for 5 quid a piece. I own a drill. So far that's 15 quid. I have the ability to do it. That's free. I would just rather not have to drill them out. It involves removing the lining etc... which I may end up doing anyway. Just don't want to have to if I can avoid it.
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    Anyone know how to fix broken Lifton case latches?

    If you don't want a blunt response then maybe try and be helpful rather than "get a new case"? I wasn't trying to be rude. Just pointing out at no point in this thread has anyone ACTUALLY answered my question. If you don't know how to fix a lifton latch, why bother replying? It's like the...
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    Anyone know how to fix broken Lifton case latches?

    Believe it or not I know the downsides of lifton cases. I never asked whether or not they are good cases. I actually asked if anyone knew how to fix the latches as I cba to drill them out to replace them. These are two different conversations... If anyone could actually ANSWER the question it...
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    Anyone know how to fix broken Lifton case latches?

    Hinging travel dimension. The locking latch is still closing its just the U latches at the front are floppy. Honestly I really am not looking for "buy a new case" answers. Not being funny it's really, really not helpful. I spent a long time and a considerable amount to find a decent used LIFTON...
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    Anyone know how to fix broken Lifton case latches?

    Something wrong with second hand? ? None of this has answered my question...
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    Anyone know how to fix broken Lifton case latches?

    No I bought second hand, its one of the early 2000s historic cases, slightly more vintage correct interior etc. They don' make em like that anymore, at least not for individual resale.
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    Anyone know how to fix broken Lifton case latches?

    Just bought a lifton case reissue, a few of the latches are loose and floppy. Is it possible to fix without replacing?
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    Yet another "which pickup?" thread

    I'm currently building a burst replica for my final year at university, I have been puzzling this question for 6 months. I haven't pulled the trigger yet. make of that what you will. I have heard fantastic things about MOJO UK, sunbear (however he has been on hiatus and is currently working...
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