@NSJ - don't really see that as a worst case option TBH - I've got a load of veneers here waiting for a use!

Thanks @robin @swepri @boo Agree - I need to find a better matched piece of wood. I used up some "spare" bits making this one, working out how to get the shape out of the spare piece of wood rather t...

@tv101 I keep meaning to try that Osmo stuff. Your guitar looks great T, nice work.

Done* Attachment : 20230304_174423sml.jpg Attachment : 20230304_174429sml.jpg Attachment : 20230304_174433sml.jpg Which is, to my eyes, a whole lot better than Attachment :...

Not being one to rush things ... here's a bit of an update on the re-fin Attachment : 20230227_122651sml.jpg Attachment : 20230227_122640sml.jpg *Much* happier with the way that this i...

@nsj Loads more adjustment too, I always fit new strings on a new build. At least it helps rule the problem out if there is a problem. Another lesson learned, my setting up strings are in the bin n...

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@robin Loads more adjustment too, I always fit new strings on a new build. At least it helps rule the problem out if there is a problem.

@robin Excellent, I’m pleased it easily worked out for you without having to do anything drastic. @nsj came through for you. Good call. 👍

Good news, the intonation is fine now. I put on a new set of 10's. Had to flatten the E & A at the bridge, the other four didn't need any adjustment. No need to move the bridge post, panic over. ...

@brie, sometimes it can be enough just to sink the top of the bridge posts into the body. Most posts have a wider bit that sits on top of the body. Maybe only 2-3mm thick, but than can be 2-3mm too ...

@swepri It could be worth checking the A string nut slot to make sure the string leaves crisp right at the end of the slot. Thats a good call, I'll check that when I'm changing the strings.

@brie I’ve often pondered the question of sinking a bridge into the body as an alternative to achieving an accurate neck back angle to give a nice low string action. Seems viable to me but , as I’m ...

That dust plus superglue can fix many guitar building mishaps! Bag it! lol

At every interval...brosky...it's like...ok, gopher it, or go home, this is what i signed up for; when I placed my $40 mahogany neck and $35 Indian Rosewood fretboard into the caul and clamp with a bo...

@nsj That looks gorgeous, very nice indeed. 😍

Well that's the body blank all glued up! Needed a few clamps due to the nature of wonky oak lol. I often find with anything spalty or that it needs a few extra clamps but once glued to a stable body i...

@boo I think the only way to fix the problem is to peg the bridge holes and re drill in the correct place Yes, I fully expect to be plugging and drilling bridge holes, but I'll definitely try new s...

@Robin This is also a very wise thing to try before any drastic action. 👍

@robin Yeah, the intonation always needs adjusting if you change string gauge. Maybe not a lot but it will need some. I don’t think that will give you enough adjustment in terms of scale length though...