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| Author: | NWflyonly [ Fri Jan 01, 2010 10:40 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Newby bridge question |
First off this is a great site a wealth of information and it's much appreciated. I want to make my bridge out of cocobolo and didn't know if it's a good or bad idea? Personally I haven't seen many bridges made from coco so I wondered if there were problems with cocobolo as a bridge wood? |
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| Author: | mhammond [ Fri Jan 01, 2010 11:07 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Newby bridge question |
Some people have reported problems with glue adhesion and some people are sensitve physically (myself) to cocobolo. I get a rash when I sand this wood and the dust touches exposed skin like my forearms. The only way you'll find out for sure is to try it.... Mikey |
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| Author: | stan thomison [ Fri Jan 01, 2010 11:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Newby bridge question |
cocobolo makes a fine bridge or any other part of guitar for that matter. I build with it often. As said, some may have problems with allergy with it. I use LMI white for adhesive, but never have had a problem with Titebond either. If worried can wash it with acetone. |
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| Author: | woody b [ Sat Jan 02, 2010 7:31 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Newby bridge question |
I'm also allergic to Cocobolo. It's probably good for bridges for those without allergies though. |
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| Author: | NWflyonly [ Sat Jan 02, 2010 9:27 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Newby bridge question |
Thanks for all the input and I can't say this enough Great Site! |
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| Author: | Ken C [ Sun Jan 03, 2010 5:30 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Newby bridge question |
Welcome to the forum Mark. I have only made one bridge out of cocobolo, and have had no problems with it. I would certainly consider using it again. Attachment: SJ Bridge.jpg Ken |
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| Author: | matthewrust [ Mon Jan 04, 2010 12:17 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Newby bridge question |
Yeah Ken, that bridge looks incredible. I realllllllly like the rusty orange color I have in some of my cocobolo and you've just confirmed for me that I should just use it all the time. |
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