Clean Up the Sides
Thickness the Headstock
In order for the tuners to fit correctly the Headstock should ideally be 15 to 15.5 mm thick
Cut the Nutslot
Mark Out for Carving
The neck will be carved in stages: First we will make facets, then smaller facets, before finally blending in to make a smooth curved shape for the back of the neck. In this video I explain how to mark out the neck for carving.
Rough Sand
Carving Tools and Set Up
Here I demonstrate how to clamp the neck for carving and also recommend some Neck Carving Tools
Final Sand
Carve the Side Facets
This is the first stage of carving the neck - we need to remove the material between the two lines. The side facets should be flat and even for the length of the neck and then taper out at each end - make sure to stay within the lines.
Power Sanding the Neck
Carve the Top Facet
This is the most important part of carving the neck - the Top Facet will determine its depth (or thickness).