I'm planning a 4 string and intending to make my own box. I haven't had a chance to even see an actual cigar box guitar in person yet! I'm wondering if a square shape feels weird on your leg. I know it's going to be a lot lighter than my Epiphone Les Paul, but am wondering if it's a good idea to incorporate some curves on that side of the box?

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How'd that happen, Slowpaw?? Sounds like the bruise happens because you can't feel how you're placing your arm?

I think most of us play better with a CBG if we use a strap to help position it.  

For me it is the picking arm. But really no more uncomfortable than a standard Les Paul. 

use a 10 inch square of this stuff to pad the leg and holds boxes round stuff even A style mandos on your leg

in regard to question you ask about one of my guitars it's just some stuff from the garage Jo 18 in. scale tuned like a guitar DGBE or DGBD or DF#AD

4 string Paint lid reso

Great idea for padding, and I love the look of that git!

unless  we are talkin about  something  like  this  beast   .

this  will    give  ya  the  nick name  "blue leg Jo"  in a hurry  ;-)   great  sustain tho  ;-)

Wow! "Blue leg" for sure, there! I'd love to hear this one!


I requested he make me a metal witch in my SW design .. he did an awesome job .
he does some wild metal instruments .

Whoa! That sounds awesome!!! Who made that?

"pete  regan " a  member  here  off and  on  .  here's  his  youtube channel  . 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwCFk-2dGOESu81WCH8gJbw

My Sawzall boxes weigh in at 9-11 lbs.  I find them pretty easy to play seated, but standing for a long time can be a challenge.

Love the snow, the fire, and your overalls . . . it completes the vibe!

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