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Steve Kinnaird
PostPosted: Wed Oct 06, 2010 11:00 pm 
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So Monday afternoon I was pondering one of several directions to take with a new build (a classical), when the light bulb pops up over my head: the idea of talking it over with Mike.
Phoning him, I pulled him away from what surely must be a hectic schedule to probe his brain with a number of questions.

Well... as I expected, Mike was not only knowledgeable on his subject, rapidly covering much ground with helpful ideas and useful cautions, but a heck of a nice guy to boot. I'm grateful to Mike, and this community as well for the chance to "meet" such folks.

Many thanks, Mike! Hope you don't get too many calls, now.

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Shane Neifer
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You are right there Steve! I owe Mikey a call oe day soon as well. Glad to hear that my void in his phone is being filled laughing6-hehe !

He is one heck of a generous guy (as you are as well!)

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Peter J
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I totally agree. Mike is a true gentleman and ready resource for our community. He shares his years of acquired knowledge readily and usually with a great degree of optimism to boot. [:Y:] [:Y:]

He has always generously answered my queries with great advice ... and photos too! Thanks Mike.

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Stephen Boone
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I like Mike!

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Terry Stowell
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I testify too. He was the first luthier I met in the 80's, and we've gotten together a couple times in the last 5 years, and I appreciated what he's invested into me. A seed that took root! Thanks Mike!
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Terence Kennedy
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Count me in. I have been on the receiving end of Mike's generosity as well.

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David LaPlante
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Mike's enthusiasm is as great as his generosity.
Looking forward to seeing him in Woodstock!
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WaddyThomson
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Mike and I did a little trading, and I got the best end of the deal, as you might expect. He's definitely a nice guy, but we better stop now, or, well..........you know! :D

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Mike Collins
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Thanks guys!
I love to talk guitarmaking !
I'm learning just like everyone on this forum!

Making the best guitars(instruments)is all we want to do .

Sharing info to achieve that goal is,as they say "PRICELESS"

We all learn from each other !

I'm grateful for the young guns that have posted their experiences.

Also -Howard Klepper,David Laplante
Steve Kinnard,Al Carruth,for the sharing and direction they
have given us all!
That's what this place is all about !

Thanks guys !
Mike : ;)

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Robbie O'Brien
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Mike for President!! :D
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Mike Collins
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Gee Robbie !
Thanks ! -I think !
I'm still on dial-up & can not view your posts -which I would love too !

Also -I've had a special relationship with Shane !
We've helped each other over the years we've know each other !
He's a special person !

Also all the OLF underwritters are great to deal with !
I hate to sound like a political candidate -but this is the truth !

Mike [:Y:]

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Mike Collins
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Canadians are safe !
Especially Shane !
It's the Texans that are not !

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Alexandru Marian
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Mike gets my vote too.

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I`ll vote for ya Mike.Your One amazing dude.
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Joe Sustaire
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I always check out his posts! [clap] [clap] [clap]

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Jody
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It Amazing you know because i only met Mike at last years " woodstock invitational" we talked for about 1/2 hour or so, and I came away with the same feeling about Mike as the rest of you peoples, that Mike is very unselfish and generous fellow ! Jody
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It is Amazing you know because i only met Mike at last years " woodstock invitational" we talked for about 1/2 hour or so, and I came away with the same feeling about Mike as the rest of you peoples, that He is a very unselfish and generous fellow ! Jody
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Steve Kinnaird
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Mike Collins wrote:
Canadians are safe !
Especially Shane !
It's the Texans that are not !


WHAT?! wow7-eyes

I take back everything I said!

:lol:

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Shane Neifer
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Steve Kinnaird wrote:
Mike Collins wrote:
Canadians are safe !
Especially Shane !
It's the Texans that are not !


WHAT?! wow7-eyes

I take back everything I said!

:lol:

SK


I could see that one comin'!!

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George Thomas
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A large part of what Mike contributes is building community in addition to building great guitars. By reaching out in an individual basis he sets a great example. I like the trades too.

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Mike Collins
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Steve!
I met Tehran !
NOT Texas ! :oops:
Started that classical yet?
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Steve Kinnaird
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Mike Collins wrote:
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I met Tehran !
NOT Texas ! :oops:
Started that classical yet?
Mike


Yeah, yeah....

Classical is indeed started, thanks!

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LCH
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Oh, just great!!
Here I used to think that Mike was really nice to me....now I find out he is nice to everybody!! :lol: I have know him since we were kids. I have three of his guitars..all works of art! Thanks Mike!! [:Y:]

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WendyW
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I've never met Mike, but I too have been on the receiving end of his generosity. I'll 2nd his nomination for president.
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Boy are you in for a surprise, Steve. Enjoy! Betcha can't just build one!

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