First Time Building Success Kit OM

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George K
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First Time Building Success Kit OM

Post by George K » Mon Feb 15, 2016 11:12 pm

Howdy! Been playing guitar for 45 years or so, decided to finally build one. After lots of research, found Ken's site and bought the OM Success Kit. So far, it has proven to be excellent. Got the kit and have been cranking away between travel and other distractions. Have been lurking in the Forum and super impressed with the level of expertise and overall good information. My photos have WAY TOO MANY PIXELS so I am going to edit them down and post soon.

George K
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Re: First Time Building Success Kit OM

Post by George K » Mon Feb 15, 2016 11:27 pm

Here are the promised photos (I hope)
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Ken said to use lots of clamps
Ken said to use lots of clamps
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George K
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Re: First Time Building Success Kit OM

Post by George K » Mon Feb 15, 2016 11:33 pm

Take two on the photos. I think I have the drill down now!
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Kerfing and profiling done, everything checks out.  On to the brace carving...
Kerfing and profiling done, everything checks out. On to the brace carving...
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Mega-mold works great
Mega-mold works great
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Profiling time
Profiling time
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Neck angle checks out super accurate
Neck angle checks out super accurate
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Rosette install went great
Rosette install went great
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Other side..
Other side..
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John J
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Re: First Time Building Success Kit OM

Post by John J » Mon Feb 15, 2016 11:43 pm

Looking good. I believe Ken's kits are one of the best ways to start your luthier journey. Have fun and keep posting.
JJ
Learning every day. And having fun doing it.

Dave Bagwill
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Re: First Time Building Success Kit OM

Post by Dave Bagwill » Mon Feb 15, 2016 11:55 pm

I agree!
-Under permanent construction

Kevin in California
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Re: First Time Building Success Kit OM

Post by Kevin in California » Tue Feb 16, 2016 10:41 am

Hi George, welcome to the forum. Looking good thus far, keep the photos coming, we like see them.

Oli K_
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Re: First Time Building Success Kit OM

Post by Oli K_ » Tue Feb 16, 2016 11:56 am

Hello George - your work so far looks great! Hope you are enjoying yourself.

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