Fender bridge saddle screws

bassmatt4792 · #1 01-24-2013, 09:59 AM

So, the other day I realized on of the saddle screws on my Duff McKagan Jazz Bass Special was missing. Literally the tension on the D string was holding the saddle in place without a screw. Since I couldn't find the screw I lost, I took a saddle and screw off of a spare Squier Affinity bridge that I have. Does anyone know where I can find a replacement BLACK saddle and screw? And for that matter, a whole set? These have a slight green tinge to them.

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Pilgrim · #2 01-24-2013, 10:16 AM

If you can't find a black one, stop at a gun shop and pick up some Birchwood Casey instant bluing. It comes in a small bottle. Apply it to a set screw with a Q-tip and let it cure. You will have a black matte finish on the screw...at least it will be good enough to look right on the saddle. If installing it scrapes the bluing, you can re-apply with Q-tip as needed.

Also suggest you apply either clear nail polish or blue Loctite to the saddle screws before installing - when the goop dries it locks them in place but they will come loose with a hex wrench.

bassmatt4792 · #3 01-24-2013, 10:25 AM

Thanks for the tip- but that Squier screw is too small to fit into the Fender saddle- so I really need a Fender screw... :/

bassmatt4792 · #4 01-24-2013, 03:59 PM

I also might be a little unclear- I need the large screw (one of four) that connect and pull the saddles towards the short part of the bridge where the strings go through. I do not need set screws.

Scott in Dallas · #5 01-24-2013, 06:12 PM

These the right ones?

http://compare.ebay.com/like/310486906620

bassmatt4792 · #6 01-24-2013, 06:19 PM

They look correct, but I see "American"- do you think they'll fit in my bass, being its MIM?

Pilgrim · #7 01-24-2013, 09:50 PM

Sorry - I didn't look at the photo closely enough. Clarity in wording also helps. Mea culpa.

The comment about using instant bluing to darken the screw still applies.

atomicdog · #8 01-24-2013, 10:20 PM

http://www.guitarpartsresource.com/screws_bridge.htm

Scott in Dallas · #9 01-25-2013, 06:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bassmatt4792

They look correct, but I see "American"- do you think they'll fit in my bass, being its MIM?

Not sure. You'd be safest to test the thread on your screws before ordering. If you have a good hardware store in your area, you can verify the threads, and if they're really good, you can get replacement screws of exactly the type and color you need.

cwsbass · #10 01-25-2013, 05:17 PM

Cheers is no bad