{"product_id":"solid-rosewood-teardrop-pickguard-white-86616","title":"Solid Rosewood Teardrop Pickguard White Mother of Pearl Outline Inlay","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd a stunning touch of elegance to your full-size guitar with this Solid Rosewood Teardrop Pickguard featuring a White Mother of Pearl outline inlay. Designed for most full-size guitars with a 5-inch-diameter rosette, this beautiful pickguard enhances both aesthetics and protection without compromising sound quality. Please note that it’s not compatible with travel-size guitars like the GS Mini, short-scale guitars, or Martin LX guitars—be sure to check your guitar fit! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from solid rosewood, known for its warm, rich color and beautiful grain pattern, this pickguard features an intricate white mother-of-pearl (MoP) inlay that highlights handcrafted beauty and modern craftsmanship. The light, clear coat finish provides lasting protection while allowing the rich, natural grain of the rosewood to shine through beautifully. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features:\u003cbr\u003e\n* Made of solid rosewood for a premium, warm color tones and durability\u003cbr\u003e\n* Finished with a lightweight, clear protective coating for protection\u003cbr\u003e\n* Features an elegant white mother-of-pearl outline inlay that adds a touch of luxury\u003cbr\u003e\n* Designed specifically for full-size guitars with approximately a 5-inch rosette diameter\u003cbr\u003e\n* Versatile style complements both vintage and modern guitar aesthetics\u003cbr\u003e\n* Custom options available—let us know if you'd like a lighter or darker shade, as rosewood color varies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is straightforward, adding spectacular style and protection to your guitar while contributing to your unique sound and playability. Whether upgrading your classic or customizing a new build, this mahogany-themed pickguard ensures your instrument stands out with craftsmanship and sophistication. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit my shop, Mint Strings, for a variety of pickguards, or message me directly to ensure a perfect fit and personalized style options. Enhance your guitar’s appearance with this exquisite solid wood pickguard—with Mother of Pearl outline inlay, which protects your instrument for countless performances and practices!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003cbr\u003e\n- 6- 7\/8\" tall\u003cbr\u003e\n- 3- 13\/16\" wide\u003cbr\u003e\n- 2 3\/4\" from the soundhole to the bottom of the pickguard (fitment for the bottom of the rosette to the bridge area).\u003cbr\u003e\n- 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 designed to fit most guitars, but not all of them. It's essential to measure your guitar to ensure a proper fit.\u003cbr\u003e\n- 1.5mm-1.7mm thickness; these are premium pickguards, so they are thin not to affect the vibration of the guitar top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEW PICKGUARD FREE MOUNTING SYSTEM - PLEASE READ ALL INFO\u003cbr\u003e\nDiscover 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 full sheet 3M\/double-stick tape.\u003cbr\u003e\nOptionally, I am now offering a hybrid version. This uses the same backing, but instead of the Free Mount tape, you can get ¼\" strips of 3M tape. If you have a nitrocellulose lacquer finish, choose this option as the acrylic Free Mount tape will affect the finish.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 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. It is not recommended for oil-based and nitrocellulose finishes. It’s important that you check to see what kind of finish is on your guitar before you decide between the FM and 3M options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nGuitar Free Mount Pickguard Install Video- https:\/\/youtu.be\/1nS-JGHnKbo\u003cbr\u003e\nGuitar Free Mount Pickguard Removal Video-https:\/\/youtu.be\/WX9hEWDZWyU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptionally, I am now offering a hybrid version. This uses the same backing, but instead of the Free Mount tape, you can get ¼\" strips of 3M tape. This is recommended for any guitar that has a nitrocellulose or oil-based finish, as the Free Mount tape does not work well with that finish. The Hybrid Free Mount is installed the same way as the standard Free Mount, but you must ensure placement is correct before the 3M tape adheres to the top, as it is hard to remove. The advantage is that the pickguard sits closer to the top, but it does not completely cover the top as with a standard full sheet of 3M that covers the entire back of the pickguard, so there’s no chance the top can crack over time due to the pickguard. And you can use as few as 4 small pieces to adhere the pickguard to the top. Once at each corner, and you can add a 5th in the center.\u003cbr\u003e\n If you have any questions about the item or installation, please contact me using Etsy messaging or directly at sales@mintstrings.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportant Pickguard Installation with 3M Tape\u003cbr\u003e\nI 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nGuitar 3M Pickguard Install Video- https:\/\/youtu.be\/TNjE7qgcfpw\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePickguard Care\u003cbr\u003e\nDo 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePickguard Return Policy\u003cbr\u003e\n1) 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.\u003cbr\u003e\n2) 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.\u003cbr\u003e\n3) There is a 20% restock fee for all pickguards that are made to order.\u003cbr\u003e\n4) Shipping is nonrefundable; the actual shipping 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.\u003cbr\u003e\nAs of May 2026, the average price for a 4-oz package is $6.50\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Timber \u0026 Tide Luthier","offers":[{"title":"3M Tape","offer_id":53647625584958,"sku":"TD5 MoP-OL","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Free Mount","offer_id":53647625617726,"sku":"TD5 MoP-OL","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hybrid Free Mount","offer_id":53647625650494,"sku":"TD5 MoP-OL","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/7338\/6046\/files\/il_fullxfull.7738893714_8fv7.jpg?v=1780078771","url":"https:\/\/ttluthier.com\/products\/solid-rosewood-teardrop-pickguard-white-86616","provider":"Timber \u0026 Tide Luthier","version":"1.0","type":"link"}