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I just finished my first build -- KMG OM
Posted: Mon May 07, 2012 8:08 pm
by jknaster
I just finished my first build. I have quite a bite of errors and I have learned quite a bit. Walnut back and sides. Engleman face. I purchased a maple burl piece used for gunstock. It was too small for theneck head so I split it in half,not too easy without a bandsaw. It was my first attempt at veneering. I then ordered some ebony banding from stew mac to edge it. The bending was learning experience. 1 side split and I used epoxy to repair it. Nonetheless, I'm really happy. The guitar sounds really good. Needs some tweeking, which I'm doing little by little. From everything that I have read, Walnut takes some time to open up. The kit was purchased from KMG as well as the additions to get started form, clamps, etc. A wonderful experience. Ken was always helpful the few times I sought his assistance.
Re: I just finished my first build
Posted: Mon May 07, 2012 9:03 pm
by ken cierp
Excellent -- Congratulations, getting that first one completed is a great feeling. Hope you have plans for more. Walnut is a very nice tone-wood to my ear very much like Honduran Mahogany.
I am sure like me, the members would like to see some pictures -- try and get some posted and we'll move this thread over to the Gallery.
Re: I just finished my first build
Posted: Mon May 07, 2012 9:04 pm
by Dave Bagwill
Congratulations! It is not an easy process, is it? But so rewarding, and you learn so much the first build. I hope you can muster the nerve to post some pictures - don't worry, we don't criticize, 'cause we've all been there.
Even if you don't post pix, once again - good for you! You are now a member of the Fellowship of the String.
I just made that up, but probably someone beat me to it. :-)
Dave
Do we call you jknaster?
Re: I just finished my first build
Posted: Tue May 08, 2012 9:25 am
by TonyinNYC
Congrats and welcome to the forum. However, we need pics!!
Re: I just finished my first build
Posted: Tue May 08, 2012 2:41 pm
by jknaster
I tried uploading pics yesterday, but..file size was too large. Hopefully after some reading..we'll see....I'll try again...and again.
You can call me JM or joolieboolie.
Re: I just finished my first build
Posted: Tue May 08, 2012 2:46 pm
by Dave Bagwill
Very attractive build, JM! First effort? You must have a background in woodworking or some excellent help - most first builds don't look anywhere near that nice.
In any case, great work, thanks for the pix.
Re: I just finished my first build
Posted: Tue May 08, 2012 5:32 pm
by Bob Matthews
It looks great JM, I love the headstock veneer, it's a huge milestone to get the first one done, so congratulations.
Bob