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JonBouye replied to arctangent's discussion Building up neck stock by laminating multiple pieces of wood. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"Hey everyone. Travis I was considering doing this same thing for my 2nd build to learn how it works. Would Red Oak and Poplar be a suitable combo? I realize Red Oak is a little stronger than Poplar, but I want to make my mistakes on some inexpensive…"

Apr 27, 2011

Henry Strat-o-varius Lowman left a comment for arctangent

"Oh, yeah. NICE first build! Post some vid and tunage!"

Jan 25, 2011

Henry Strat-o-varius Lowman left a comment for arctangent

"HAPPY BIRTHDAY!"

Jan 25, 2011

arctangent replied to arctangent's discussion Building up neck stock by laminating multiple pieces of wood. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

" My bad. I will only be laminating 2 pieces standing up on their side. I'll be laminating a couple of extra smaller length pieces up on the headstock to widen that area only. Thanks again for all the replies!"

Dec 7, 2010

Alan Roberts replied to arctangent's discussion Building up neck stock by laminating multiple pieces of wood. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"One POSSIBLE downsize would be that a laminated neck might dampen the sustain. I glued up enough width to make a peghead, and it looks fine. Be sure to post photos when you're done!"

Dec 4, 2010

Travis "SlackJack" Woodall replied to arctangent's discussion Building up neck stock by laminating multiple pieces of wood. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"Maybe I misunderstood or misread, but if you stand up four pieces of 1x2 on their edges, that gives you a neck that's 3" wide, not 1 1/2". Maybe I missed something. Also, being in the wood business my whole life I will agree with…"

Dec 3, 2010

arctangent replied to arctangent's discussion Building up neck stock by laminating multiple pieces of wood. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

" LOL! u 2 break me up. Thanks again folks!!"

Dec 3, 2010

herb Berwald WWW.CigarGuitar.com replied to arctangent's discussion Building up neck stock by laminating multiple pieces of wood. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"go for it. the laminations will make for a stronger neck as you can orient the grain for maximum strength. I did this for a banjo neck. I used some 1 by 6 pressure treated pine...now I have a neck that will last if I leave it outside in the…"

Dec 3, 2010

arctangent commented on Robert Bear's photo

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"Sure worxs for me!! My fruit of the looms are around my ankles rite now!!! Gorgeous!!"

Dec 3, 2010

Wes "I'm Baaaaack" Yates replied to arctangent's discussion Building up neck stock by laminating multiple pieces of wood. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"I habe noet been smiffing pPledsge gfumess. O don'w have a p[rtobe,m, U ave tjheu probnlem, @!@ [Snnnnnnnnnnnnfffffffffff. Ahhhhhhhhhhh] -WY"

Dec 3, 2010

Artist Formerly Known as Matt replied to arctangent's discussion Building up neck stock by laminating multiple pieces of wood. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"Don't listen to Wes ... he's been sniffing pledge fumes! Oh! Wait! He's right, never mind me. AFKAM"

Dec 3, 2010

Wes "I'm Baaaaack" Yates replied to arctangent's discussion Building up neck stock by laminating multiple pieces of wood. in the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

"We do that. Should be no problem. Works really well and is dimensionally stable. Take a look at my albums to see some of my techniques. Also look at others! -WY"

Dec 3, 2010

arctangent added a discussion to the group Building a Cigar Box Guitar 101

Building up neck stock by laminating multiple pieces of wood.

Considering building up a neck by laminating 4 1x2 (each standing up on their side) so that i end up w/ a neck 1 1/2" wide by 1 1/2" tall. thot i've seen others do this here but was curious what folks thot about the pros and cons of doing so. Would doing this give me additional strength in the neck? (the portion of the neck outside the body would be shaped for comfortable playing....similar to traditional acoustic/electric necks and would enter the body w/ a heel and be about 1" tall going thru…See More

Dec 3, 2010

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This group is for discussing the basics of CBG building for newer builders - where to start, what to do, common pitfalls, tips and techniques.Keep in mind that new builders can find other great informative articles on CBG building, as well as most of the parts you'll need, over at C. B. Gitty Crafter Supply!See More

Dec 3, 2010

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arctangent commented on Johnny Debit's photo

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"WOW! Just when I think i've seen everything. Great Job!! The harp is something I've never sat down with but do certainly love their sound. Now you've got me interested in the instrument. ;-)"

Nov 19, 2010