What's up with this trapeze tailpiece?

[j4zz]

Is it possible for string tension to have opened up the metal loop at the pivot (on the right in the picture). It also looks like it is resting on the guitar top on that edge.

... or are some just made like this?

[kris]

The metal should not touch the top of the wooden .

[j4zz]

The metal should not touch the top of the wooden .

I agree. Don't you also think it looks like it has been forced to uncurl a bit?

[Hammertone]

It's junk. Some are made this way, and can be closed up with some pressure.

[j4zz]

It's junk. Some are made this way, and can be closed up with some pressure.

OK, thanks. I was thinking of replacing it anyway, so this gives me enough reason Meanwhile, yes I can remove it and close it up a bit.

[kris]

I agree. Don't you also think it looks like it has been forced to uncurl a bit?

You definitely need to close it or buy a new and stronger one, e.g. ABM.
ABM 1504n Tailpiece Diamond

[Hammertone]

You definitely need to close it or buy a new and stronger one, e.g. ABM.
ABM 1504n Tailpiece Diamond

This one is also nice, especially if the guitar is not particularly Gibson-like.
ABM 1266c Saitenhalter

[j4zz]

You definitely need to close it or buy a new and stronger one, e.g. ABM.
ABM 1504n Tailpiece Diamond

This one is also nice, especially if the guitar is not particularly Gibson-like.
ABM 1266c Saitenhalter

I have looked around and decided to go with a different look