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Thanks Jef. Give it a go mate what's the worst that can happen. I've actually been using this one a fair bit recently and it's holding up really well (tuning and structurally)

Hi Folks,

I just recently finished another build using pine of all things. I've seen pinecasters etc online and I thought I would give it a go using whatever was left over from previous builds....

Thanks Roscoe. I thought the roller bridge might be interesting to try and I'm glad I did. It looks the part on the guitar and feels solid and really well put together.

Thanks for that mate. I have never considered that wood combo before however I must admit I did change things as I went and wasn't even going to go with a top. The gold equipment and binding was...

Good luck with the build mate. Looks good thus far. My only advice would be measure it twice and then when you think your ready to go look at it again. Making guitars is really rewarding but it...

Much appreciated mate. The action is still a little high so the saddles are up a little. They should come down when I adjust it all a little more.

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Andrew

Thanks very much mate. I'm glad I went with that piece of wood and I was pretty pleased with the way it turned out.

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Andrew

I just finished build #3 and thought I would share some pics. It's obviously a simple strat type build however I did reshape it slightly during the process. The back is mahogany and the fingerboard...

Thanks for the feedback mate. I might just save a bit on the power bill as well

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Andrew

Thanks for that Damon. I thought that might be the case. The sides worried me the most. At worst if I ruin it I'll just round the top over as well.

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Andrew

Hi folks,

just thought I would see if anyone could help with a binding question. Just putting together a strat style guitar and decide to try some basic plastic binding for the top. I have...

I used it for my first build and it sounds great so no real complaints. It sands and finishes pretty well too with an oil finish and I didn't need to grain fill either. It's was also reasonably...

Hi BobL,

I actually just bought the Paftec myself and as Big Fella suggests it is definitely a great little unit and I would suggest it to anyone looking for some middle ground between canister...

Hi Rob,

I appreciate the comments thanks for that. This particular piece came from trend timbers in Sydney as did the maple. I have another piece from a different source and will definitely use...

I appreciate that Mike. I really do like the idea of using the inserts and your feedback has given me some great ideas going forward. Maybe I will have another go for the next build.

thanks...

Hi Mike. That looks like a good way to do it. Thanks for pointing that out. The biggest issue I had was that the inserts were apparently meant to be drilled with a 3/8" bit however I just couldn't...

Thanks mate. I wasn't sure about the Walnut however I'm glad I used it. It does give quite a warm sound so very happy with it overall.

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Andrew

Hi,

I just completed my second build and it has turned out pretty well. It's a 25.5 with 24 frets. The body is American walnut with a maple neck and rosewood fingerboard. I intended to document...

Hey guys

I've had some time of late to do a few things so I have started a new build recently with some walnut I had lying around. Seems to be coming together quite well at this early stage. Will...

Hi Fanlee,

I bought a Festool Trion jigsaw and whilst it was expensive it does a pretty good job of keeping to the line particularly when using a track guide. I have occasionally also put a...

thanks rowie.. I have since found out at this is probably the case however it's good to have more feedback.

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Andrew

Hi Rob,

thanks for the feedback. I have since been told by someone else outside of this forum that it was probably American Walnut and I had a look at a book called World woods and I think...

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Thanks for the feedback mate!

Hi guys,

This is probably more appropriate in the timber forum however I thought I might still see if anyone here can shed some light as I didn't seem to get much response there (perhaps need...

Thanks Jerryj,

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Hi folks,

I recently sourced a little over a meter of this particular wood from a relative. After jointing and squaring up I'm still not sure of what type of wood I'm dealing with. Best guess is...

Hi all,

I had some old mahogany some hardware and a small half scale neck floating around so I built this for my son along with another recent build. It's a bit over the top with the bling and...

Thanks mate...I've got the bug now and won't be stopping anytime soon..

Thanks for that Andrew....yes we have too many Andrews at work as well...I'm sure you'll agree it's a great name never the less :-)

Awesome..thanks for the encouragement mate.

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Andrew

Thanks for the feedback Greg. I gave myself plenty of room with the neck pocket so that I could gradually fit the neck so it is a pretty tight fit. As for the finish it's very basic. I used a...

Hi all,

I have quite often looked at this site for inspiration and have had no shortage of ideas for jigs and build options from some obviously very experienced builders. I just built my first...