While rehairing this bow, I discovered a fragile frog where the only thing holding the tongue together was the ring, wedge, and hair. The tongue had slight movement and clearly needed reinforcement. I wanted a solution that required minimal intervention yet would hold up over time; especially since I’ll likely be the one rehairing it again in the future. This quick but thoughtful repair ensures lasting stability without overworking the fragile area.
Initial check: Assess the fit and clean up any small misalignments or irregularities.
Glue alignment: Glue the broken piece back in, using the ring as a guide for proper positioning.
Flat clamping: Use a flat piece of wood across the frog and ring to maintain precise alignment as the glue dries.
Next day prep: After drying, inspect the glue joint and flatten the surface as needed.
Fiber insert: Fit a piece of fiber reinforcement into the frog interior.
Mortise bend: Create a 90-degree bend so the fiber extends into the mortise for added support.
Glue fiber: Glue the bent fiber piece securely into the frog.
Clean surface: Once dry, trim and clean the surface for a tidy finish.
Final rehair: Fit a new block and complete the rehairing process.
