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Posted: **Thu Apr 18, 2013 6:08 am**

One of my favourite woods to work with is Tiger Myrtle, and this again is a commission using some Ancient Spruce.

Top - Ancient Spruce
Back and Sides - Tiger Myrtle
Bindings - Cocobolo
Fret Board - Honduran Rosewood 12" radius
Bridge - Honduran Rosewood
Rosette - Spalted Mango
Purflings - Black/Red/Black
Neck - Spanish Cedar with CF truss rod
Tuners - Peghed 4:1
Finish - Mirotone over epoxy pore fill
Strings - South Coast Ukes

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Posted: **Thu Apr 18, 2013 6:13 am**

You're just getting too good at these things Allen, reckon we should bring back the ban

Both you've posted are wee rippers & the Ancient Spruce just brings something new and different to the table.

Posted: **Thu Apr 18, 2013 11:39 am**

Like this one Allen. Real class on such a little guy

Posted: **Thu Apr 18, 2013 6:13 pm**

I don't usually like soprano ukes but this one is a real stunner.
Miguel

Posted: **Sat Apr 20, 2013 9:58 am**

Gotta Love Tiger Myrtle , and that executed to perfection , that Ancient Spruce makes it a never to be made again heirloom.

Cheers,

Posted: **Sat Apr 20, 2013 7:36 pm**

These are awesome Allen. I`m quite enjoying the Ancient Spruce tops.

Posted: **Sun Apr 21, 2013 6:00 pm**

They all look spot on Allen, Well done. Wayne

Posted: **Sun Apr 21, 2013 7:02 pm**

Lovely uke Allen, great use of some great wood.

Cheers

Kim

Posted: **Mon Apr 22, 2013 12:53 pm**

That's just too good Allen

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