HELP! - Broken case handle

impmann

I know this may sound lame, but I'm truly upset... the handle on the original case for my SG has just broken. It appears that the handle is comprised of some kind of rubber tube wrapped in vinyl and the rubber has just expired. 

I don't want to replace the case, as 1) its a really nice case (and has the shroud...) and 2) I'm emotionally attached to it (yes, I said this was lame... but this guitar/case combo means a lot for reasons I'm not going into on here).

Any ideas on how to repair/replace the handle?

Thanks

ICBM

I've done a few by using either electrical cable or sash window cord, tied carefully like a sort of double hangman's knot with the ends cable-tied and taped or (preferably) heatshrinked. It's neater and less of a bodge than it sounds! And very strong.

Replacing the handle is possible, but getting exactly the right type to fit is surprisingly difficult in most cases, and you have to peel back the case lining to remove the rivets and redo them, then stick the lining back down. It's a lot more hassle than you might think...

impmann

Thanks! I'm not up on my knots... but I'm sure I can find some kind of how-to on the net for that.

Appreciated.

rolls1392

Some of the guitar spares firms do a replacement handle, but the handles are quite flexy and not as secure as the originals. However they do the job.

Just a thought!!