Acoustic Guitar Teardrop Pickguard Knife & Rose Design, Colorful Abalone and Mother of Pearl Inlay

Elevate the look and safeguard your acoustic guitar with this stunning handcrafted pickguard featuring a knife rose design. Made from solid rosewood, genuine mother-of-pearl, and vibrant abalone shell, this unique guitar replacement part adds a touch of elegance and artistry to your instrument. Designed specifically to protect your guitar’s body from scratches, it seamlessly combines durability with eye-catching beauty.

Whether you're a professional musician, a passionate hobbyist, or searching for an exceptional guitar gift, this inlay pickguard is the perfect choice. Its intricate knife rose motif offers a distinctive, vintage-inspired aesthetic that complements any acoustic guitar style. Easy to install as a replacement part, it’s an excellent way to refresh and personalize your instrument.

Key features:
* Crafted from authentic mother-of-pearl and colorful abalone inlay for durability and visual appeal
* Handcrafted design with a detailed knife rose motif
* Perfect as a replacement part for acoustic guitars or as a protective shield against scratches
* Adds a unique, artistic touch to your guitar’s appearance
* An ideal musician gift idea for guitar enthusiasts
* Easy to install and maintain

Measurements
- 6-13/16" tall
- 3 3/4" wide
- 2 3/4" from the soundhole to the bottom of the pickguard (fitment for the bottom of the soundhole to the bridge area).
- 5" diameter. These will fit most full-size guitars with up to a 5" rosette. Anything in between these measurements will sit in, on, or around the rosette. Fitment is a matter of preference. These are made to fit most but not all guitars. It's very important that you measure your guitar to make sure this will fit.
- 1.5mm-1.7mm thickness; these are premium pickguards, so they are thin not to affect the vibration of the guitar top.

Do not use any chemicals to clean your pickguard; use a microfiber cloth, dry or slightly damp, to wipe it clean. Please make sure to keep your guitar stored in a case with proper humidity and climate control to protect the wood. If you do not, the pickguard may warp (too warm or too dry). If you don't have a case, placing your guitar on a stand, using a guitar humidifier, a hygrometer, and sealing it with a large plastic bag will help keep the correct environment not only for the pickguard but the guitar as well. Although you may not see any changes in your guitar, these conditions can affect the tone. It's important to keep your guitar humidified.

This last piece comes pre-installed with the NEW FREE MOUNTING SYSTEM -
Discover the innovative Free Mount system for your custom guitar pickguard. Designed to revolutionize the way pickguards are attached, the Free Mount system ensures that up to 90% of the pickguard remains elevated a hair off the guitar’s surface. This ingenious design offers so many benefits, including protection against top cracks caused by binding something solid to the wood top, which needs to expand and contract. Installation is a breeze with the Free Mount system. Gone are the days of permanent commitment required by 3M tape, where a single misstep could mean starting over. With Free Mount, not only is the installation process straightforward, but the pickguard is also fully removable and reusable. This flexibility is a game-changer for guitarists who value precision and versatility. There is also the enhancement of the guitar’s resonance by allowing the top to vibrate more freely compared to traditional attachment methods like 3M/double-stick tape.
The Free Mount system employs a slender plastic layer coupled with an innovative nonadhesive tape that leaves no residue, ensuring a clean removal. This tape is specially designed to peel off without any fuss, preserving the integrity of your guitar’s finish. Rigorously tested for four years on a variety of finishes—including gloss, open pore, satin, matte, and French polish—this system is proven to be safe for your guitar.
To assist you further, I have created comprehensive installation and removal tutorials. These videos will guide you through the process, demonstrating the ease of installation and how to remove the pickguard without causing any damage to your guitar.
Guitar Free Mount Pickguard Install Video- https://youtu.be/1nS-JGHnKbo
Guitar Free Mount Pickguard Removal Video-https://youtu.be/WX9hEWDZWyU
If you have any questions about the item or installation, please contact me using Etsy messaging or directly at sales@mintstrings.com
Important Pickguard Installation with 3M Tape
I recommend viewing a few installation videos, and in my opinion, Leo Posch’s video stands out as the best. In this tutorial, Leo demonstrates the proper steps to clean, align, and position a pickguard accurately. Please watch this video before proceeding with the installation, as broken pickguards cannot be returned, so it’s crucial to get it right the first time.
Guitar 3M Pickguard Install Video- https://youtu.be/TNjE7qgcfpw
Pickguard Return Policy
1) Pickguard Return Policy with Free Mount- If returning a pickguard with Free Mount, since once installed, it cannot be switched back to the 3M tape, the $5 upgrade is nonrefundable. DOESN'T APPLY TO THIS SALE.
2) Pickguard Return Policy with 3M- The backing must be intact, and never removed from the pickguard. Please do not try to remove and then reinstall the 3M backing after removal. After years of making these, I know when the backing has been removed. Removing the backing will change the status of the pickguard from new to used, and you will only receive 50% of the purchase price, but only if the pickguard is undamaged and still usable. If it is returned with damage, whether the damage happened during an incorrect installation or was caused during the return shipping, you will not get a refund. It's extremely important that all returns be packaged well. If you return it in an envelope, even if padded, the USPS machines will break it. I've seen this happen.
3) There is a 10% restock fee for all pickguards that are made to order.
4) Shipping is nonrefundable; $4.75 will be deducted from the refund to cover shipping on all orders. This includes over $35, which is listed as "Free Shipping" (which is not free). If two or more items were shipped together and you keep at least one item, the shipping charge will not be deducted.
As of May 2026, the average price for a 4-oz package is $6.50