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First one done (Almost)

Started this discussion. Last reply by wes carl Dec 21, 2010. 4 Replies 0 Likes

Neck finish

Started this discussion. Last reply by Ted Kaczynski Dec 20, 2010. 25 Replies 0 Likes

Well, my fret wire is on order from Gitty. My plan is to cut the slots, finish the neck then fret it. That way I avoid getting finish on the frets. Anyhow, when building other projects I've always…Continue

Scale length and fret number

Started this discussion. Last reply by Furry Johnson Dec 12, 2010. 14 Replies 0 Likes

So I printed up a scale template today and laid it on my neck. I'm having trouble making sense of my measurements. I've been planning on a 24.5" scale length, but I think I'm going to have adjust…Continue

Fret size

Started this discussion. Last reply by C. B. Gitty (Ben) Dec 10, 2010. 3 Replies 0 Likes

So I'm getting ready to fret my first CBG build. It would seem I have several choices. C.B. Gitty sells it in several sizes. A local music place sells it in about 25 different sizes. Not being a…Continue

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wes carl replied to Justin's discussion First one done (Almost)

"ya you jumped right into it & truth be told thats the only way to do it yer builds look good not to worrie trial & error enjoy"

Dec 21, 2010

Wes "I'm Baaaaack" Yates replied to Justin's discussion First one done (Almost)

"Also check out Secrets of the CBG Underground and Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101 groups here. A bunch of us have put up tons of great tips. -WY"

Dec 21, 2010

Wes "I'm Baaaaack" Yates replied to Justin's discussion First one done (Almost)

"Great going too! WY"

Dec 21, 2010

BenBob replied to Justin's discussion First one done (Almost)

">My biggest mistake was deciding to make a CBG as a gift A good friend of mine told me that when you make something, you should always give away your first for good luck. I think she just wants mine lol, but you never know. She's…"

Dec 21, 2010

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First one done (Almost)

Well, thanks to the fine folks here, I managed to almost finish my first build. I just need to hit the music store tomorrow and get some strings and go to the hardware store and get some tiny screws to hold the tuners. I made a few mistakes and learned a few things I'd change on my next build. I'm not totally thrilled with the results. There are quite a few flaws, but I guess they only help make it look like the primitive instrument it is. My biggest mistake was deciding to make a CBG as a…See More

Dec 21, 2010

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Ted Kaczynski replied to Justin's discussion Neck finish

"tung oil let dry the buff them with red rouge then buff with white ruge then wax looks like glass"

Dec 20, 2010

Chuck Dubman replied to Justin's discussion Neck finish

"French polish. I usually fill pores by pumicing after the initial spit coats, but if you're in a hurry, you can lay on a few heavy coats and cut them back level with 320 - 400, either dry or wet with naptha (wet-dry paper is only needed…"

Dec 18, 2010

Wes "I'm Baaaaack" Yates replied to Justin's discussion Neck finish

"Right. From what I read you are right that it aids in leveling out the shellac and help the shellac fill pores, not the itself filling pores. Also before we all had sandpaper, pumice was used with the muneca (the pad you apply the shellac wth) to do…"

Dec 17, 2010

Josh Gayou (SmokehouseGuitars) replied to Justin's discussion Neck finish

"From what I've seen, the pumice isn't used so much as a grain filler as it is a mild abrasive designed to break up the shellac itself and work it deeper into any pores that are there. It's possible that I've misinterpreted…"

Dec 17, 2010

rich poulin replied to Justin's discussion Neck finish

"I too use oil (tung & teak oil), usually 1 or 2 coats, then I apply "Antiquax natural". which is a beeswax and carnuaba mix paste wax. I love the feel and smell of it. Makes a very smooth finish and lets the wood remain as…"

Dec 17, 2010

Mark Reaney replied to Justin's discussion Neck finish

"In the theatre we have traditionally used French polishes, or French varnish, in the making of props. You can add alcohol based aniline dyes to the mix to get some very intense transparent colors. Look to Woodworkers Supply. Be careful with…"

Dec 17, 2010

colin mcgrath replied to Justin's discussion Neck finish

"just chiming in for easy access to this information from my page. I have not used anything besides stain in the past. I recently bought a can of tung oil low gloss, simply for the convenience and experience with a finish. Thanks for all this…"

Dec 17, 2010

John Zant replied to Justin's discussion Neck finish

"Thanks Josh! I think I'll try both methods and see what is achievable. I guess if the grains is hard and tight (maple) then the pumice really wouldn't accomplish much. I can see where if the grain is open and porous (mahogany, cedar) that…"

Dec 17, 2010

Wes "I'm Baaaaack" Yates replied to Justin's discussion Neck finish

"Ive seen a video where they used (colored) joint compound as a grain filler BUT this wasn't necessarily as a base for French Polish. That and it being stained a darker color, they were using it as a replacement for pumice/grin…"

Dec 17, 2010

Josh Gayou (SmokehouseGuitars) replied to Justin's discussion Neck finish

"I wish I could give you a good answer on this but I've never bothered with pumice. I can't give you a very informed answer. What I can say is that I've never felt as though my guitar finishes were lacking because I left…"

Dec 16, 2010

Craig Cox replied to Justin's discussion Neck finish

"sand down to the smoothness you want, then apply good old tung oil. wipe on, buff off, 3 or 4 coats, 24 hours between each. easy, natural finish, no stain, no plastic, just beautiful wood."

Dec 16, 2010