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RE: Triumvirate

It feels like these three builds are taking forever, but the end is in sight. I've put the finishing touches to the limba build, with just the two mahogany ones to go. After days of mirk we actually ...

In forum Electric

1 year ago
RE: My first bass

Really splendid!

In forum Bass

1 year ago
RE: My first! What a milestone!

Excellent work, Cheers! Looks great! I'm a big fan of p90s too. I'm looking forward to see you next build!

In forum Electric

2 years ago
RE: Built my first 5 string

@nsj very cool!

In forum Bass

2 years ago
RE: Built my first 5 string

@nsj nice work, very clean! I've got to ask, where do you get Brazilian mahogany?

In forum Bass

2 years ago
RE: New here

Hey @benjaminschwillens82gmail-com Welcome! If you're wondering if you should start the course, just do it. You won't regret it!

In forum New Members

2 years ago
RE: Psyco Flake ✨✨✨✨

That's insane, @boo ! It will be a shame to shield the cavities😅 Beautiful work

In forum Finishing

2 years ago
RE: Triumvirate

Hey @boo, yes I used the chestnut lacquer and cellulose thinners. I found that foam brushes were overall easier to use than a paint brush as it was such a pain getting the brush clean enough to give ...

In forum Electric

2 years ago
RE: Triumvirate

Hey @boo give it a go, from the instructions it looks like it can also be sprayed too! Definitely thin it and cut it back regularly. I'd love to hear your thoughts Spraying isn't really an option for ...

In forum Electric

2 years ago
RE: Triumvirate

Thanks @brie!More luck than judgement! 🤣

In forum Electric

2 years ago
RE: Triumvirate

Hey @mikeyrjiom, thank you and appreciate the comments! I have to say, it's been a leaning curve and only now am I happy with the finishing. It's still not 100%, if you look very carefully the surface...

In forum Electric

2 years ago
RE: Carved heel thickness on solid body

Cheers @russ, appreciate you thoughts!

In forum Guitar Building Tricks and Tips

2 years ago
RE: Carved heel thickness on solid body

@rathius thanks. I'll check it out!

In forum Guitar Building Tricks and Tips

2 years ago
RE: Carved heel thickness on solid body

@russ thanks, ok so with a glued neck there's a bit more strength, that makes sense. To your knowledge is there a minimum measurement of meat to leave at the heel? This is closer, albeit at the more e...

In forum Guitar Building Tricks and Tips

2 years ago
RE: Triumvirate

I've had to continue these builds in my spare time and, unsurprisingly, learning a new (to me) you're of finishing process want entirely smooth sailing. Anyway, thought I'd share some photos now I've...

In forum Electric

2 years ago
RE: The Mark Bailey Bug Topic

Great to here this and beautiful guitars!

In forum Showcase

2 years ago
Carved heel thickness on solid body

Hey folks, Still not finished my current builds and already thinking about my next...🤦🏻 I've seen a few builds with a carved heel on the body to improve access and reduce thickness o...

In forum Guitar Building Tricks and Tips

2 years ago
RE: Painting order

Hi @somethingnicer, That looks about right, but I'm no expert. Nitro is a nice thin finish, but is very easy to sand through! I think @boo is the expert in finishing here. I'm sure he can give a few ...

In forum Finishing

2 years ago
RE: Surf Green custom Tele type

Looks great @boo! I really like the heel carve. Very classy, top work!

In forum Electric

2 years ago
RE: Build #6 - Design #1

That's a really fun design, interested to see this one turns out!

In forum Electric

2 years ago
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