Doug Fir?

[Kevin in California]

That was my thought......sappy....Think of those Doug fir 2 x 4's you've used with the sap oozing out. Wouldn't be pretty on a guitar.

Kevin

[Dave Bagwill]

Well, I did not get a response from the supplier when I asked for references to builders who had used the stuff over a period of time. Maybe that's my answer.


Edit: I did just get this. I will contact the builders of a few of the guitars in the gallery and get back to you.

Well, it doesn't sound like he had a good experience, nor did he actually
try it.. Yes, I would disagree since we have sold many sets and had no
issues. If left unsealed, sap can sometimes surface, but it cleans off. We
do not provide our clients names, but if you look in our guitar gallery,

[Dave Bagwill]

Some gallery pix with DougFir
http://www.oregonwildwood.com/custom-ac ... y-jbh.html

http://www.oregonwildwood.com/custom-ac ... kytop.html

[Tim Benware]

There won't be any stinkin' tests.
Why? Because the shipping, for one top that cost $50, is $15.00.

That's for a two hour trip, there to here.

Can't make a living paying that unconscionable (sorry Tim - I mean 'too big' :-)) amount. Not gonna pay it , would not be prudent at this or any other juncture.

Thanks Dave - you obviously now realize your highly magnemated vernacular is too supercopious for my inadequate comprehension.

[Dave Bagwill]

I must look up them big wordy thingies you rote, Tim. Is there a book someone could read to me that 'splains it?

[Dave Bagwill]

A page of experiences/thoughts on Doug Fir. Interesting comments.

http://www.ukuleleunderground.com/forum ... 36605.html