Beautiful work Darren, superb! @darrenking 

I have found that hammering in 20+ tightly fitting frets tangs can actually exert enough force to cause the neck to bend Hmmmmmm. @darrenking, as an alternative to hammering, I’ve got a cheapy drill press, with a fret press caul…   Read more»

Dr who has got the perfect guitar makers workshop!

Is it full of sonic screwdrivers @darrenking?  Imagine what you could do with one of those in the workshop …

@darrenking Hi Darren, I work for the NHS, so rather busy at the moment for ANY form of social life thanks to the virus 🙁 It’ll happen though when I do have time 😁

@darrenking ‘s suggestion would make a higher quality repair if done well but it is a bit harder to pull off – you could try this first – you might surprise yourself!

@darrenking Thanks for the welcome!  I’ve caught some of the live streams, very helpful.  Made me realize I need to slow down, plan it out, then proceed.
No snow here yet (now that I’ve said it, it’ll likely snow overnight).

I like eating teacakes! Where do I fit in?

Depending on how many you’ve eaten @darrenking, you might not fit in anywhere anymore …
😆

@darrenking I’ll take some pics when I’ve built a stand for it in a few days. I know what you mean and you’re right, it isn’t always about the money. I’ve always been a “I bet i can make one…   Read more»

@darrenking
 
Hi Darren, 
Am i right in thinking that the slotting guide that has the fretboard taped to it, can be used inverted if some wear develops over time causing chatter/movement as pin locates?
Warmness 
 
Eddie 

@russ I want one! Where did you see this?

@darrenking
here?

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»

@tv101 I’ve received the jig you sent from @darrenking so I’ll have a play with it this weekend (I would have a look tomorrow but it’s my wedding anniversary). 

@Boo – the prototype will be headed your way early next week.
@darrenking – thanks again for trusting me with it, and for the rapid responses to the feedback!
@markbailey – get these in the shop!!

let me know if you need any natural or coloured veneers, I can probably help you out.
Darren

@darrenking You keep coming up with the goods Darren, top drawer! 

Hi guys,
let me know if you need any natural or coloured veneers, I can probably help you out.
Darren

And that answers my question… thanks @darrenking

If you ask @darrenking nicely he may be able to help?

@markbailey for pinstripes? 

@deej If you ask @darrenking nicely he may be able to help?

@darrenking
I’m not sure Darren. I thought it might also be called a Ganuni. 🤔?
🙏🎶🎸🙂
PS another great PJ song. 👍

@boo I think you’re next in line to test drive the review model jig?   I’ve given it a test drive or two, and @darrenking is tweaking it very slightly based on the feedback, but it’d be good to have…   Read more»

@darrenking Thank god his musical ability was stronger than his fashion sense! Indeed.  I think I’ll stick to the CDs, and leave the concert DVDs well alone …         I reckon this guy could turn pro one day…   Read more»