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I have been using 'Behlem' Instrument gloss Nitro Lacquer from America on my Steel String guitar that I build and I am very happy with the final result, visually and sound wise. I apply: 1 x Vinyl Sealer Coats 5 x Wet Nitro Lacquer Coats 1 x thin 50:50 Nitro Lacquer Coats On some occasions an additi...

I like the Blackwood. Great result and look forward to hearing a sound sample.

Wayne
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Beautiful timber. The back and sides are eye catching and gives it an appealing style.

Wayne
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I have now been able to make the bridge, grain fill the rosewood with 'Timber mate' and spray 5 wet coats. The final 6th coat (50:50) is yet to be added and then wait 3 weeks for the the Nitro Lacquer to harder before wet sanding from 600, 1200, 1500, & finally up to 2000 grade ready for the buffing...

Great wood selection and interesting inlay design and detailing. It look like a winner to me.

Wayne
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I also take my time and generally use various rasps and scraper, then finish with sand paper. I constantly check the shape and neck style I am aiming for. Spending time for me is important to achieve the desired results. If I had lots of guitar orders (and I don't), I would likely reduce time frame ...

I have never tried ebonizing timber. How deep does the colour change go into the timber?

Wayne
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I like your timber and look forward to seeing the final product.

Wayne
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I also think your detail work is very impressive.

Wayne
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John, brilliant result, superb finish and beautiful tone. The sustain and loudness is amazing.

Wayne
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Like the guitars. The Tele shape / Stra combination is an interesting idea. The Blue colour body also looks great.

At this stage I have only built acoustic guitars and this is my passion. However, one day I hope to build an electric guitar.

Wayne
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Thanks all for the good comments on the guitar build progress. It is probably not of any significance but Microsoft's SmartScreen filter doesn't like your photo site for some reason - had to turn it off to look at your PDF's/quote] I have a Mac computer and an external drive that I can switch to tha...

Thanks Wayne for your good comments. Yes, I use the Dremel tool to cut the inlay cavities and I make up a clear epoxy mix with Macassar Ebony dust to glue the pearl inlay and fill up gaps that occur when cutting the cavities out freehand. I generally do the inlay work over a two three day period. Wa...

I have made some further progress with the GS Guitar build and will be making the bridge saddle slot soon. (Refer to pdf photo attachment). The next stage will involve checking for any marks or minor gaps that need to be fixed and then grain filling the Amazon Rosewood ready for spraying the sealer ...

Welcome to the group forum.

Wayne
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Great Sound Wayne. I also liked the musical arrangements.

Wayne
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Love the style and character of the amp head. What is the amplifiers output specifications?

Wayne
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I also purchased the extension version truss rod adjuster tool for my now 47 year old FG 150, !2 string, Acoustic Maton Guitar, about 15 years ago from the Guitar Factory, Parramatta. At first I found it difficult after taking off the strap tail button and then sliding it in to align and fit into th...

Great to hear the final result Rod. I liked the sound of the guitar with the distortion. I would have liked to also hear it clean with no distortion on.

Wayne
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A very interesting instrument build adventure. Looks amazing!

Wayne
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What's the tape you use for the bindings?/quote] I used the Scotch 3M Green Masking tape purchased from Bunnings for binding and it does the job. However, I think it would be better to use a stronger type of binding tape as recommended in the 'Gore / Gilet' Build Book. Thanks Wayne for the positive...

I have been able to make further progress with the Steel String GS Guitar build. A small split on the the German Spruce occurred while working on the top and I had to make a small patch on the top (refer to attachment pdf photos). I have now closed the box and installed the purflings and side bindin...

I have seen your previous construction postings of this guitar build. The final result is amazing!

Your diligence and patience helps to remind me to continue on and overcome any challenges that may happen when building and repairing guitars.

Wayne
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Great to see another wonderful guitar build.

Wayne
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I also use 'Hiscox' cases Om size and Dread size.

Wayne
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