@robin I have made a lot of mistakes and I’ve learned to just accept that they happen. I think it’s only because some of us have built a few guitars that we avoid the mistakes that we have done before…   Read more»

@eddie6string I think I will stick with my router after hearing your story. Well done with the repair though and I like the veneer too. Thanks for flagging this up. 

Excellent video

@tv101 Thanks Tony, I just thought it would be easier for everyone if I made a video rather than type everything out. 

I hope this video review helps other people make their mind up about this jig, it’s very good and worth the investment. 
https://youtu.be/Cg30OIVBQjQ

Yep! This has sparked something in me, I’m gonna try it soon. I love these sessions. 🤘

The scale length template that you insert into the jig, houses the fretboard blank, using NEC tape (not the masking tape trick!) 🤣  The scale length is determined by a pin that is located in the base of the jig…   Read more»

Next was to check the saw (Crimson Guitars fret saw) for square. I used a small engineers’ square on all four sides. 

I took a measurement from the fret tang length with my callipers, I then transferred it to the adjustable parts for the saw height. These are easy to loosen/tighten with a #3 Alan key. I lowered each piece by the…   Read more»

The fret slot jig from @darrenking that @tv101 sent me is an excellent prototype. My first impression was that it is an intuitive design so leaves little for the user to figure out. I say if you can get something…   Read more»

Nice burner @boo!!!

@tv101 Yeah thanks, it keeps the house warm in the winter. We don’t use the central heating, no need. I don’t have a guitar graveyard, I cremate the dead ones! 🤣