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The time is almost here and I, like most of the 09 Healdsburg exhibitors, am busy putting the final touches on my guitars. I'm only bringing two this year, time delays and life sometimes get in the way of these things, but I've got high hopes for both of them. I'm dialing in on the vintage tone I'm looking for and these two are getting very close to where I want to be tonally. I'm using the next two days for final tuneup, setting the final action, and the myriad of other details to be done in getting guitars ready for public consumption. For those of you who've never been to Healdsburg or any of the other major shows (Montreal, Newport), it's quite an interesting experience. You'll meet all sorts of people, from the casual observer to the dedicated guitar enthusiast. For the most part the people are very gracious and are really interested in what the builders perspective is on the craft of lutherie.

Here are a few pics of the two I'm bringing.

The first is an 00-13 in Adirondack over Brazilian w/Snakewood appointments, 24.9" scale and a moderate amount of bling - abalone top border and partial vine inlay (Always a tough decision on show guitars).



The second guitar is Lutz over Amazon Rosewood w/Curly Koa trim. 25.4" scale with minimal bling. Short pattern diamonds and squares fingerboard and abalone torch headstock.



I know there are quite a few builders here who are displaying at Healdsburg. I thought maybe one thread for everyone might make it a little easier for everyone to see all the talent on this forum.

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Jimmy Caldwell
http://www.caldwellguitars.com

I have 3 I'll be taking.
2 Necks being finished and 1 ready to go on.... its going to be close.

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Peter M.
Cornerstone Guitars
http://www.cornerstoneukes.com

Those are some heavy-hitting guitars there brothers, both of you.

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I hope the group can forgive me for my shameful somewhat non guitarmaking post, but I wanted to show you what I have already sent to LMII for the Healdsberg Guitar Festival. My company has printed or embroidered the shirts for the 2003, 2005, 2007 and 2009 festivals. And my craftsmen and craftswomen are very pleased with they way they have turned out each and every year. Since I am only an amateur luthier my "real job" helps me keep my hobby going as well as buying outrageously expensive wood. Just thought you might like a peek. Again, my apology for getting off subject.

Ken

Great looking wares, guys.
Peter, hang in there, bro.
Jimmy, good job w/ the clear pickguard on #1.
Ken, can't wait to get one of those shirts!

Steve

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From Nacogdoches...the oldest town in Texas.

http://www.stephenkinnaird.com

Steve,
how about showing us your stuff?

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Peter M.
Cornerstone Guitars
http://www.cornerstoneukes.com

Hi Peter, I sure hope to do so.
We're supposed to have a photo shoot either Monday or Tuesday.
(Photographer's call) Maybe we'll have some shots soon.
Meanwhile--though I posted this once--here's a peek at the backs of two of them.




Steve

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From Nacogdoches...the oldest town in Texas.

http://www.stephenkinnaird.com

Beautiful instruments guys!! We sure have some real talent here! I will be wandering around at the Healdsburg show and I look forward to seeing these guitars in person.

Wow!!!

My hats off to you guys......and thanks for sharing those pictures.

Peter, what kind of wood did you use on the top side of the guitar with the burst finish? The first pic you posted has a wild pattern that is very unique.

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Formerly known as Adaboy.......

Mine are not done yet either and I don't have a lo of time available in the shop but I'm still hopeful.

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Tickle your guitar daily, and it'll tickle you back.

Thanks Darryl,
are you referring to the 3rd picture? That one is Brazilian. The burst guitar is Olivewood.



Steve, those 2 look great! Is that all you're taking?

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Peter M.
Cornerstone Guitars
http://www.cornerstoneukes.com

Ok here are a couple still in progress. What? There's still 12 days left...why rush?

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Hank Mauel

Peter, Below is the guitar I'm referring to.....the grain is so neat looking on the side.

Very nice guitar Hank!

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Formerly known as Adaboy.......

Its Olivewood Darryl.

Thanks!

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Peter M.
Cornerstone Guitars
http://www.cornerstoneukes.com

Thanks Peter! No, I'm taking 4 more, Deo valente.
A Honduran rosewood OM, and a Blackheart Sassafras fingerstyle.
Plus, I've 'bout decided to take this Sycamore OM that hasn't sold yet:




Steve

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From Nacogdoches...the oldest town in Texas.

http://www.stephenkinnaird.com

Here's 3 of the 4 I'm bringing. I'm almost done!!!

First is a Cedar/Claro small body, coco bridge and fingerboard.



Second is a Sitka/Acacia jumbo.



Third is a Sitka/Santos Mahogany auditorium.



Two of the pics are kinda small but I couldn't upload the bigger versions of the other two.

Looking forward to it.

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http://www.chassonguitars.com

These 3 guitars got shipped last week, they should arrive at LMI with plenty of time

Here is a Jumbo, with some Madagascar R/W that I got from Brock, Italian top with aging toner, Manzer style Wedge



All Koa 000-12



These last pictures are of 'my' guitar, a Brazilian Rosewood/Italian Spruce OM ... although I am not actively trying to sell this guitar ... I do have to kids in college if ya know what I mean,

Scary!! There's clearly going to be some gorgeous work there! ....wish I was closer.

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Dave
Milton, ON

Here are a couple that I'm taking. One is a Lutz/ Gonçalo Alves 13 fret parlor. The other is an Italian/EIR classical.

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Ken Franklin
clumsy yet persistent
https://www.kenfranklinukulele.com

Some really nice work here, thanks for posting! This will be my first Healdsburg show and I'm really looking forward to it and hopefully meeting some of you guys there.
Bruce

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Bruce Herrmann
"What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us."

John O - I really like that koa- what a rich looking guitar!!

Here's on of the ones I'll be bringing.







And shot showing something a little different under the hood. So If anyones interested in hearing what this bracing style sounds like, stop by, say hello and check it out.

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Jim Watts
http://jameswattsguitars.com

Very cool bracing Jim!
Was that design after Jeff Elliot's design? I have seen a very similar pattern on one of his guitars.

I'll definitely want to listen to it.

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Peter M.
Cornerstone Guitars
http://www.cornerstoneukes.com

Hi Peter. Yes, this is my adaptation of Jeff's design on my body. I've tried to follow it as closely as I could based on a few photos and a conversation with Jeff. And of course the bridge is the Elliot/Doolin design as well.

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Jim Watts
http://jameswattsguitars.com

I have been attentively looking at some of Jeff's soundboard bracing patterns and they do look interesting.I would love to see what it sounds like.
I'll see ya at Healdsburg!

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Peter M.
Cornerstone Guitars
http://www.cornerstoneukes.com