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Author:  oddmanout [ Fri Dec 10, 2010 6:43 pm ]
Post subject:  Port Orphan Cedar
I have two orphan pieces of well-quartered Port Orford cedar. I bought 3 tops and the seller threw these orphans in there. I have traded the matched sets to a local luthier for some service. Now what to do with these two pieces? idunno

One measures 26" x 8.25" x .25", the other 24" x 8.25 x .11 to.25 (nice resawing, eh?)

Could these be uke tops? They have great tap tone.

Help an ignorant non-luthier through his Port Orford crisis... :?
Author:  DennisK [ Fri Dec 10, 2010 6:58 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Port Orphan Cedar
Yep, I'd do uke tops or Howard Klepper style two-tone tops. Maybe with western red cedar just because it's funny to have two cedars that are not directly related and neither a real cedar :lol: Spruce would probably be too close in color and just look like something's wrong with it. I wonder if a half mahogany top would create an interesting sound?

Another option would be to use them together as the inside layer of a double top.
Author:  K.O. [ Fri Dec 10, 2010 7:42 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Port Orphan Cedar
Pixie dulcimer top and bottom plates...
Author:  Clay S. [ Mon Dec 13, 2010 5:52 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Port Orphan Cedar
If they have similar color and grain you could use them as a non book matched top. Most people won't notice, and some people won't care. If you do a painted top or a heavy sunburst only your hairdresser will know. A cutaway or asymmetrical design can also obscure the fact that it isn't book matched.
Author:  Ti-Roux [ Mon Dec 13, 2010 7:57 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: Port Orphan Cedar
I'd say use it for bridge plate (classical), soundhole plate, and other smal braces... This stuff is really stiff for his weight, and smells sweet!
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