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Shaping and gluing the back braces.
Picked out some flamed mahogany for the headstock. It will come to life once the finish is applied. (see picture below).
I have prepped some for the bindings too but, I may opt for rosewood bindings. Not sure yet.
I have prepped some for the bindings too but, I may opt for rosewood bindings. Not sure yet.
Cutting the soundhole with a flamed mahogany insert, to match the headstock.
29/10/17
Began cutting the neck to shape and, drilled the tuner holes.
Gluing the soundboard bracing. The upper bout, around the soundhole, will be flat but, the lower bout will have a 25ft radius
The flamed mahogany bindings will be enhanced with purflings (layered veneer strips).
Double purflings of maple/cherry/maple on the top, and a single strip on the sides. They will also connect up to more purflings on the endgraft inlay :)
Double purflings of maple/cherry/maple on the top, and a single strip on the sides. They will also connect up to more purflings on the endgraft inlay :)