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Question about CBG tools
Started this discussion. Last reply by Mark Ballard May 13, 2020. 2 Replies 0 Likes
I am looking at some suggestions for a couple types of tools to aid in my building...First... Table Saw vs Mitre saw. Which is the better choice for cutting necks and other hard woods?Second... Table…Continue
Cleaning Cigar Boxes
Started this discussion. Last reply by Bob Herget Apr 27, 2019. 8 Replies 0 Likes
I have come across some cigar boxes in a shed that I am trying to figure out how to clean them up. They are pretty dirty but structurally sound and have some cool graphics on them. They are dirty and…Continue
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"Hi, I think that a table saw would be my first pick as it can be so versatile.
I've used my table saw to rip timber for necks and fingerboards, as well as thickness timber for a range of parts for a CBG. It will cross cut and do mitre's. I…"
Question about CBG tools
I am looking at some suggestions for a couple types of tools to aid in my building...First... Table Saw vs Mitre saw. Which is the better choice for cutting necks and other hard woods?Second... Table router or a Dremel-type router?Appreciate the feedback!See More
"I sit and stare at my dirty, vintage boxes before I do anything to them, then I approach them with the least invasive technique that I think might work and go from there until I'm happy.
I have a couple of vintage solid wood Muriel Babies boxes…"
" I had success using those eye glass cleaning wipes that come in the little foil packaging.
The ones I have, have so little Alcohol in them it didn't damage the paper.
I was actually able to remove some Hide Glue that stuck to the…"
"Removing the loose stuff with a brush is a good idea.
I also had success cleaning a bunch of stuff with some Windex and paper towels. It doesn't do too much damage to paper if you don't put too much (I clean the outside of used books with…"
"start with the 'dusting brush' head on your vacuum to get all the loose dust/dirt"
"You may want to avoid the urge to "over restore" or "over renew" your boxes.
There is likely a lot of hard earned character in the boxes. Most of us work hard to make our shiny, new looking boxes look more road-worn and gritty.
A…"
"Hi, I would search for restoration techniques, maybe relating to books or paintings/prints.
Taff"
"I would just use a dry cloth and get the dust off but leave and use the boxes as they are with all those years of patina some pics would be great I bet there will have some nice inside of lid graphics Nick . I got this box off my Dad 30 years ago…"
"I have one that came from my mom's uncle that was stored in a house that had a leaking stove pipe. The thing was definitely charcoal covered. I had to use a magic eraser to clean it up.
Now it looks better but not new."
Cleaning Cigar Boxes
I have come across some cigar boxes in a shed that I am trying to figure out how to clean them up. They are pretty dirty but structurally sound and have some cool graphics on them. They are dirty and faded a little from the dirt.Any advice on cleaning them up or websites that talk about the ability to clean them up?See More
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- At 5:10am on January 2, 2019,
BrianQ. said…
Welcome to the nation Nick, check out the Resources tab for build plans & video how to’s
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Copper Hardware
Started by Bill Andy in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Carl Floyd 3 hours ago. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Nut
Started by Bill Andy in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Bill Andy yesterday. 5 Replies 0 Likes
You like Train songs on Handmade instruments as much as I do? Meet Eastwood station…
Started by BrianQ. in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts on Tuesday. 0 Replies 2 Likes
Are metal frets necessary?
Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 26. 8 Replies 1 Like
AI Search Query - Curious Answer
Started by Southern Ray in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 26. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Song lyrics for Steve's new song
Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. Apr 25. 4 Replies 0 Likes
UK - Best Place to Buy Cigar Box's
Started by Rich Butters in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Crazed Fandango Apr 22. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Busking Songs...
Started by Nomad Jack in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by J. D. Woods Apr 17. 7 Replies 2 Likes
Joseph J. Rogowski about Current Based Pickup Design
Started by Moritz Voegeli in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 14. 6 Replies 2 Likes
crossover guitar.
Started by Timothy Hunter in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Apr 10. 14 Replies 3 Likes
Flat bucker under box top. Any Success?
Started by Tom T in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 9. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone tried this? Thoughts?
Started by Southern Ray in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 4. 7 Replies 1 Like
just came accross this pickup idea on youtube.
Started by Timothy Hunter in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 27. 1 Reply 2 Likes
VIDEO: Building a CBG with limited resources.
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 10. 1 Reply 3 Likes
Free PDF Download: Vintage Guitar Effects Plans - 1967 Fuzzbox and 1969 Treble Boost
Started by Cigar Box Nation in Feature Articles. Last reply by BrianQ. Mar 9. 4 Replies 3 Likes
Tune up songs
Started by Ghostbuttons in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Mar 9. 5 Replies 1 Like
Duel output jacks
Started by Justin Stanchfield in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 8. 6 Replies 0 Likes
No Harmonics
Started by Ken I in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Brian partington Mar 8. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Camera suggestions?
Started by Southern Ray in Cool gear discussion - that's not cigar box related. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 6. 5 Replies 0 Likes
CBG site issues, continued.
Started by Taffy Evans in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 5. 4 Replies 2 Likes
Blog Posts
I'll be fashionable this summer =)
Posted by Vlad on March 31, 2024 at 11:48pm 0 Comments 1 Like
Everyone can make CBG. And I did it =)
Posted by Vlad on March 6, 2024 at 2:32am 5 Comments 2 Likes
.✨. Cover Me ..♪♫•*¨*•. ~ the Delta Blues Outlaws
Posted by billy jones bluez on February 28, 2024 at 2:09pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Q&A with Arkansas-based talented blues musician Billy Jones, one of the very best authentic modern artists
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Big Power Bank for Small CBG =)
Posted by Vlad on February 11, 2024 at 1:06am 1 Comment 1 Like
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Rainbow Stew (low budget cover on cigar box guitar) | Merle Haggard
"A new one for me Kale, and I like it! I always enjoy your CBG covers. Happy Sunday!"
AGP #533 - ''Beware of Wife''
"This one is definitely an attention getter Alan! I’m not brave enough to build one like this.…"
Rainbow Stew (low budget cover on cigar box guitar) | Merle Haggard
Happy Sunday folks. I've wanted to cover this 1981 Merle Haggard tune for a while and I decided today is the day. Here's a stripped down cover with nothing b...
On Top of Spaghetti: 3D Printed Cigar Box Guitar
"Thanks and glad you enjoyed this one Alan! Another Slinger requested song and fun to do. I really…"
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Republic of Texas CBG Festival (8th Annual)
May 11, 2024 from 11am to 8pm – Speakeasy Grill
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20th Annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival (Day 1)
May 30, 2024 from 6:30pm to 10pm – The Casual Pint of Huntsville
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