Best/"Easiest " Way to notch out CBG Neck......????? - Cigar Box Nation2024-03-29T07:10:24Zhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/forum/topics/best-easiest-way-to-notch-out-cbg-neck?groupUrl=thebeginnersclub&feed=yes&xn_auth=noSimply make cuts to the requi…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2017-11-14:2592684:Comment:29831472017-11-14T14:22:59.427ZChickenboneJohnhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/ChickenboneJohn
<p>Simply make cuts to the required depth at about 1/2 - 3/4inch intervals with a tenon saw and then knock out the waste with a sharp chisel and a mallet. Easy, safe, seasonably quick and doesn't require power tools.</p>
<p>Simply make cuts to the required depth at about 1/2 - 3/4inch intervals with a tenon saw and then knock out the waste with a sharp chisel and a mallet. Easy, safe, seasonably quick and doesn't require power tools.</p> Here are some pics of…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2016-01-29:2592684:Comment:25037232016-01-29T03:17:52.746ZAlan Hergerthttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/AlanHergert
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<p>Here are some pics of the new planer. Very cool. Precise notching. I cut the practice board down to 1/2".<br><br><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/306524555?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/306524555?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="721" class="align-full"></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/306525402?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/306525402?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="721" class="align-full"></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/306525388?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/306525388?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="721" class="align-full"></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/306526332?profile=original" target="_self"><br></a></p> Brian --So now that I have "s…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2016-01-28:2592684:Comment:25030282016-01-28T05:50:49.818ZAlan Hergerthttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/AlanHergert
<p>Brian --<br></br><br></br>So now that I have "sold" you on a plunge saw, I am experimenting with something new.<br></br><br></br>If you have $$$ and a drill press, you may want to check out the Safe-T-Planer from StewMac:<br></br><a href="http://www.stewmac.com/Luthier_Tools/Types_of_Tools/Planes/StewMac_Safe-T-Planer.html" target="_blank">http://www.stewmac.com/Luthier_Tools/Types_of_Tools/Planes/StewMac_Safe-T-Planer.html</a><br></br><br></br>Basically, it allows you to set the depth and plane the wood. I just got…</p>
<p>Brian --<br/><br/>So now that I have "sold" you on a plunge saw, I am experimenting with something new.<br/><br/>If you have $$$ and a drill press, you may want to check out the Safe-T-Planer from StewMac:<br/><a href="http://www.stewmac.com/Luthier_Tools/Types_of_Tools/Planes/StewMac_Safe-T-Planer.html" target="_blank">http://www.stewmac.com/Luthier_Tools/Types_of_Tools/Planes/StewMac_Safe-T-Planer.html</a><br/><br/>Basically, it allows you to set the depth and plane the wood. I just got mine today and so far, it works like a charm. My notches a fairly standard, 1/4" off the top. The planer should handle this with ease.<br/><br/>I am building a jig so I would estimate I could notch a neck in about 10 minutes or less. <br/><br/>BTW -- That is my biggest time consumer.<br/><br/>Sorry to muddy the waters. ;)<br/><br/>Alan</p>
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<p></p> BTW -- The tool does not come…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2016-01-20:2592684:Comment:24954482016-01-20T22:07:04.166ZAlan Hergerthttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/AlanHergert
<p>BTW -- The tool does not come with blades.<br/><br/>There is also a cool sanding tool you can get with this. <br/><br/><br/></p>
<p>I initially bought it for repairing a wall so I got the sander to sand the dry wall. Works great on CBGs.</p>
<p>BTW -- The tool does not come with blades.<br/><br/>There is also a cool sanding tool you can get with this. <br/><br/><br/></p>
<p>I initially bought it for repairing a wall so I got the sander to sand the dry wall. Works great on CBGs.</p> The difference is the Dremmel…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2016-01-20:2592684:Comment:24953882016-01-20T19:19:47.190ZAlan Hergerthttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/AlanHergert
<p>The difference is the Dremmel spins and this goes back and forth.<br></br><br></br>I just picked up some blades when I was at the store. I think they are 1 3/8" for wood.<br></br><br></br>So what I do is cut in from the side. The blade will easily handle 3/4" so that gets you half way through a 1 1/2" maple neck.</p>
<p>The cut can leave burn marks in the wood. These needs to be sanded out if you are notching the head stock.</p>
<p>I think Dremmel has their own version of this but Harbor Freight is dirt…</p>
<p>The difference is the Dremmel spins and this goes back and forth.<br/><br/>I just picked up some blades when I was at the store. I think they are 1 3/8" for wood.<br/><br/>So what I do is cut in from the side. The blade will easily handle 3/4" so that gets you half way through a 1 1/2" maple neck.</p>
<p>The cut can leave burn marks in the wood. These needs to be sanded out if you are notching the head stock.</p>
<p>I think Dremmel has their own version of this but Harbor Freight is dirt cheep. Fortunately, I have one not too far from my house.</p>
<p>Hope this helps.</p>
<p></p> That's an idea too, Matt, alt…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2016-01-20:2592684:Comment:24950782016-01-20T19:04:48.931ZBrian M Nusserhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/BrianMNusser
That's an idea too, Matt, although I'm not sure how great my novice woodworking skills are to do that yet!! Looks great, though!! Thanks!!<br />
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That's an idea too, Matt, although I'm not sure how great my novice woodworking skills are to do that yet!! Looks great, though!! Thanks!!<br />
- Brian Hi Tommy,
Thanks for the dril…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2016-01-20:2592684:Comment:24951492016-01-20T19:03:11.096ZBrian M Nusserhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/BrianMNusser
Hi Tommy,<br />
Thanks for the drill hole suggestion, that sounds like a good idea! I'm considering the coping saw method, or possibly a handheld Jigsaw, although not sure how that would work. Thanks!<br />
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Hi Tommy,<br />
Thanks for the drill hole suggestion, that sounds like a good idea! I'm considering the coping saw method, or possibly a handheld Jigsaw, although not sure how that would work. Thanks!<br />
- Brian Hi Brian, Actually, the copin…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2016-01-20:2592684:Comment:24952972016-01-20T19:00:31.329ZBrian M Nusserhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/BrianMNusser
Hi Brian, Actually, the coping saw method is the one I have been considering, although, like you mentioned, it sounds to be time consuming. Thanks!!<br />
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Hi Brian, Actually, the coping saw method is the one I have been considering, although, like you mentioned, it sounds to be time consuming. Thanks!!<br />
- Brian Hi Alan,
It appears to be som…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2016-01-20:2592684:Comment:24950742016-01-20T18:58:23.587ZBrian M Nusserhttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/BrianMNusser
Hi Alan,<br />
It appears to be something similar to a Dremel-"style" tool, correct? What size plunge saw blade do you use? Thanks!<br />
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Hi Alan,<br />
It appears to be something similar to a Dremel-"style" tool, correct? What size plunge saw blade do you use? Thanks!<br />
- Brian I use an oscillating power to…tag:www.cigarboxnation.com,2016-01-20:2592684:Comment:24947422016-01-20T05:45:38.229ZAlan Hergerthttps://www.cigarboxnation.com/profile/AlanHergert
<p>I use an oscillating power tool I picked up for another job at Harbor Freight. I use a plunge saw blade.</p>
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<p><br></br>For the necks I build (1 1/2" inch wide) it works great! Just be patient and make sure the neck is clamped to the table.<br></br><br></br>I am using maple. The saw cuts fine but does get a little hot. </p>
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<p>I use an oscillating power tool I picked up for another job at Harbor Freight. I use a plunge saw blade.</p>
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<p><br/>For the necks I build (1 1/2" inch wide) it works great! Just be patient and make sure the neck is clamped to the table.<br/><br/>I am using maple. The saw cuts fine but does get a little hot. </p>
<p>When I get done with the rough cut, I follow up with a rasp and sandpaper to smooth things out.</p>
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