Cigar box guitar 3 strings Mariachi Far West Music
"Absolutely awesome picking Gary! Fun to watch you make the magic."
#1 resource for Cigar Box Guitars, Free Plans, How-To, Parts & More!
image
Comment
-
Comment by Jim Morris on March 8, 2016 at 2:34am
-
Thanks for the info Jason. I've snapped tines off trying for something like that. I'll try the torch next time.
-
Comment by Jason Rosentreter on March 8, 2016 at 2:31am
-
I shaped the fork using a propane torch and a pair of needle nose pliers.
-
Comment by James O Lunsford on March 7, 2016 at 3:14pm
-
Nice Build
-
-
Very nice! What's the secret to those nice tight curls on the fork?
-
Comment by Uncle John on March 7, 2016 at 9:53am
-
Good idea. I bet you could get enough off the dipstick to do the job. Thanks!
-
-
Thanks. Used engine oil is my finish/stain of choice.
-
-
Me too. And you are a great hand with a fork!
-
Comment by Peter J Thorne on March 7, 2016 at 7:17am
-
Awesome! Love the distress look! What kind of stain/finish did you use?
-
Comment by Jerry Jordan on March 7, 2016 at 2:07am
-
sweet.,.,
The Essential Pages
Recommended Links & Resources
- CigarBoxGuitar.com - the knowledgebase of the homemade music movement.
- Cigar Box Music - How-to-Build CBGs DVDs, How to Play CBG and more!
- 3-String-Guitar.com - John "Red Dog" McNair's unique take on cigar box guitars and their history - lots of historic photos!
- The Cigar Box Guitar Manifesto - the mission statement and rallying cry for the Cigar Box Guitar Revolution.
Forum
First licence plate build
Started by Michael Myers in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by BrianQ. Sep 16. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Attention New Members
Started by BrianQ. in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion Sep 9. 0 Replies 3 Likes
What's on your workbench?
Started by Paul Craig in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Carl Floyd Sep 8. 2270 Replies 19 Likes
Aw, nuts......
Started by James Pobog in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by A.D.EKER Aug 20. 10 Replies 0 Likes
3 string or 4? Trying to make a decision
Started by Nathan Binns in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Carl Floyd Aug 17. 14 Replies 1 Like
Some thoughts needed....
Started by James Pobog in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Aug 16. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Are there a set of plans for a six string Cigar box guitar?
Started by Virgil Fiori in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Aug 13. 11 Replies 0 Likes
Truss Rods. Needed?
Started by ILL GREEN in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Oscar Stern Aug 13. 17 Replies 0 Likes
Tone switch
Started by Wolfeather in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Carl Floyd Aug 11. 16 Replies 0 Likes
Easy DIY Cigar Box Guitar Stand by Eric Denton
Started by Cigar Box Nation in Feature Articles. Last reply by Kim Mosier Aug 1. 6 Replies 8 Likes
Quick Tips for Cheapskates #1
Started by BrianQ. in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by BrianQ. Jul 29. 2 Replies 4 Likes
VOLUME POTS
Started by Allen in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. Jul 29. 2 Replies 0 Likes
Does anyone use GBE tuning?
Started by rodger moore in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Oscar Stern Jul 28. 23 Replies 0 Likes
Converting 3 string to 4 string
Started by Robert Bryan in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Oscar Stern Jul 27. 18 Replies 1 Like
Tuning Wuestion
Started by Jerry Draper in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Jerry Draper Jul 22. 13 Replies 0 Likes
Electric Delta 3-pole Pickup
Started by Michael Bowlin in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Neeraj Pardhan Jul 21. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Look what I picked up
Started by John B Treutlein in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by John B Treutlein Jul 2. 12 Replies 6 Likes
Evans solid body guitar.
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Jun 30. 8 Replies 5 Likes
Searching for Poor Man’s Guide Issue #2
Started by Tim Gratsinger in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Tim Gratsinger Jun 26. 21 Replies 2 Likes
Guitar and amp settings
Started by Michael Myers in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Paul Craig Jun 25. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Blog Posts
Spammer Alert, Beware!!!
Posted by BrianQ. on September 11, 2023 at 6:30am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Montana Mandoline
Posted by CaptnCatfish on August 27, 2023 at 6:26am 3 Comments 1 Like
THIS BLUES LABEL IS LAUNCHED!!
Posted by billy jones bluez on July 23, 2023 at 6:30pm 2 Comments 1 Like
Pictures of my new Guitar (4 strings).
Posted by Slow Mick on June 7, 2023 at 8:15am 4 Comments 2 Likes
Latest Activity
Cigar box guitar 3 strings Mariachi Far West Music
Stream album:STREAM THIS ALBUM ON VAGABOND: https://open.spotify.com/album/7JhTlHuk4lt3ylNQMIDAY4?si=yaXU2PSESOmyyQu_53Z_KwSTREAM THIS ALBUM ON Alone With Yo...
CigarBoxGuitar.com Knowledgebase Articles
Events
Music
© 2023 Created by Ben "C. B. Gitty" Baker.
Powered by
You need to be a member of Cigar Box Nation to add comments!
Join Cigar Box Nation