Acoustic Guitar Construction

John, the open-end allows for much easier retrieval of the bent parts. Also as my threaded press gadget does not have a very long travel, it makes loading the parts also simpler.

Though I have quite a bit of woodworking experience, I am new to this activity, and so far I only made one guitar in a class with John Ressler. I am setting up my shop to make acoustic guitars. This is my open-front bending machine, to be used with silicone blanket heater. Yes, I have copied details...