What bridge for an 80's Westone Session 2

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I recently was gifted an old Westone Session 2 which is in ok shape overall - however, the bridge was badly corroded and the saddles are unusable. 

I think I need a Gotoh imperial ABR style bridge, but the string spacing seems to be 52mm on these, whereas the original (marked LS bridge) seems to be 50mm. Would the extra 2mm have any impact? I think the bridge posts are the same distance apart.

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  • FunkfingersFunkfingers Frets: 15262
    The post spacing is the critical measurement for a tidy fit. 

    An extra 2mm of string spacing might take the E strings a little closer to the ends of the frets.

    If you buy a replacement bridge with unnotched saddles, you could choose your own spacing.
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  • FozzFozz Frets: 62
    Great thanks, I've not got files suitable to notch my own, so I think I'll try notched and go from there - the fretboard has plenty of room, so hopefully works out ok! 
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