Australian/New Zealand Luthiers Forum

By the way, I highly recommend using a vertical mill to do saddle slots if you can borrow the use of one at a machine shop. Run the mill at its highest spindle speed and use a three flute spiral flute carbide cutter. Then you can set up a jig or a vice to hold your bridge at an angle to the table, ...

Thanks Tom, and you too Bossman-Steve,glad You like, amigo!

That truly looks like you've been building classicals for a Long time Waddy !
I'm not surprised since # 1 was so good. Congrats ....I really like it !!

Ok, here it is trimmed up a bit -lost a few lbs. This is better imo.

Hi Hesh ! The newer one - 30.5 gr. and the antique - 28.4 I am going to sand it a bit smaller around the lower"bulge". Yes,thats the plan to have the pins match the slot,not straight where they are more prone to crack. I used to have them in a semi circle(smile) shape. Good to see you on the forum H...

Thanks Lillian and Rick. Yes,I should have drew more accurate lines on them. I wouldn't rout them that close to the edge.
I usually have 1/4"or better of meat in front of the saddle. I have heard of tilting the saddle back like you say Rick.
It sounds like a good idea.

I decided to design a new bridge for my guitars guys. I like the new one myself but would like your opinions. Here's the new one, It's pretty basic : http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s145/DaveAndy22/Cherrydread094.jpg Here's the new and old: http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s145/DaveAndy22/Cherr...

Ohh,What a beaut ! Nice Score Martin !!

45' ? Uh huh! In me dreams !! :D I'm stuck with my little fishing dingy! :roll: :lol: Now there ya go again, complaining about your meager salary. We'll take up the issue of a raise in our next ad department meeting. Till then, enjoy your dingy. Steve Hey,Now you're talkin', boss!! :wink: I REALLY ...

That's right Martin! And Dave lives close by the water. I bet he's got a 45' double-master in his back lagoon. Steve 45' ? Uh huh! In me dreams !! :D I'm stuck with my little fishing dingy! :roll: :lol: A lot of great ideas guys! Very nice, Stu. Craig, I got mine online from K&J Magnetics. No minim...

Thanks Steve! No problem with the T.R. length on this neck.14 fret to the bod. and it is a shorter rod. Yeah,I like the access hole a little smaller as you noticed and the wrench fits in nicely too. I wanted to ask you what you think about using magnets for this.Have you tried it before?? It's a tad...

Hi guys and girls, I am just finishing a new headstock and T.R. cover with magnets instead of a screw hold downs. I like this way much better! The magnets are strong and the cover snaps right in to place. Any of you guys here use magnets for this too ? http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s145/DaveAnd...

[quote="Joe Sustaire"]Thanks guys! Yeah, this guitar does feel like an old friend. Kim what an astute eye, you nailed that top! I had to work like hell to beat Dave out on it. Hey Dave, I may have a sister or two on hand. You know you just can't get these anywhere! :lol: Hey Joe! Are you sure it's w...

Yeah I wanted that wonderspikeironloepardgoldbearkamodwhitecurllutzirama top from
the second generation of the famous and rare tree 2228765432 but Joe beat me to it!

Really nice guitar Joe !

I haven't got much accomplished lately on my Concert Jumbo I'm working on....It's Lutz and Cherry from Bob - the famous Zootman. http://www.anzlf.com/phpBB2/userpix/22_Cherry_dread_012_5.jpg This is my 1st 5 piece neck.I have always used solid mahogany up til now. http://www.anzlf.com/phpBB2/userpix...

Very nice rosette Rod.
And your design on the cross is awesome !

Hi Alan,
Very cool lookin' uke. That's perdy great how you fixed the dot error!
Love your logo too...

Hi Ron,
Nice job on all three! Your first cutaways turned out great.
A cherry neck sounds interesting too.I want to try something other than mahogany....
Man,that is one beautiful dread-Love that Claro !!

Pat, Good to see you found this place . It is definately a fun
place to hang out at, as you can see already...

Very nice OO size guitar Taffy! I like your shape and cutaway very much.
Nice bridge too,What kind of wood is it ?

Stephen Kinnaird wrote:
Dave, a little work is needed on that line about the neck. Bring your revision to the marketing meeting tomorrow a.m.

You're right, it needs work.

As your newly hired hand and head of advertising I will say .....It's an incredible mix of fine Oregonian Myrtle with sweet and stiff Canadian Lutz top wood and that Central American touch of Bocote for a super fine neck with matching trim!!! And what a scale....! :D Steve,That is one strange (diffe...

Hey Craig, I'm also very glad to hear you are improving and kicking this diseases' ass!
The new guitar vice sounds interesting.

Hmmm, Advertising dept.......OK ...DEAL !!! I'll be over in Texas
tomorrow Steve. I do get my own office, with a window, Right??

Steve, I always love your rosettes and this is one of your best IMO.
Just another outstanding,beautiful guitar.
Sooooo elegant.......