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Andrew Gallagher is a young man who is trying to make a go at full time luthiery. His family is struggling with the passing of his father, and financial fallout from that. Andrew's desire is to help his family by building guitars, so he needs a little help to get out of the gate. He has a pretty well equipped shop as far as tools, but needs some supplies and materials to generate some income from building a couple guitars. He has great skills, and a sharp, mature mindset. I believe you'll see his instruments on the world class market in the near future. It's exciting to see someone with this kind of potential that just needs a nudge to gain momentum.

On a personal note, I must express my gratitude to all who have invested in helping Andy. THANK YOU! It's been a real privilege to be a catalyst to help him. To those who've sent something, also consider sending a note of encouragement to Andy AND HIS FAMILY sometime this year. Andy isn't alone here. Paula lost her husband; the love of her life, Andy's brothers and sister lost their Dad, and others family members lost Kevin too. I've met or talked with several extended family members, and my life is enriched for having met and befriended them. Please pray for them.


If you've offered to send something and still haven't, please PM me with an update. Thanks to everyone for helping.



Andrew's Lion of Judah freshly inlaid into a bed of black epoxy, "pre-unveiling" paper attached


Andrew and Kevin Gallagher's Lion Of Judah inlays compared


Working on the boat


Andrew's first solo build. Adirondack Spruce top from RC Tonewoods


Rosewood, Mahogany, Maple rosette


Here's a top Andy just did with a donated top.
http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee372/alphaandomegaguitars/build%202/DSC07343.jpg

Here's a couple boats that are waiting for tops. Likely, these will be for sale. He's keeping #1, these are #2 & #3. They are Koa and East Indian Rosewood






12/26/10

12/26/10



Getting close to being done!

The dude's got some TALENT! Unfortunately I can't help but man if I could..... I'm sure he'll get there somehow regardless.

PM me info on the size and grits of his abrasive needs and I will send a care package. T

Sent you a PM Terry!

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Bill Hodge


One does not simply, own enough guitars!

Looks like the boy could use a couple of nice looking tops !! Send me the info Terry and I will send a couple out to him. I remember sending his dad some stuff for the Africa guitar as well.

Thanks

Shane

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Canada

Don't have the zoot to be letting go of, but I just want to say how much I love, love, love that binding scheme/butt wedge/embellishment. That's some natural, come-by-it-honestly talent there. He's gonna do great!

Ken

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Mountain Song Guitars www.mountainsongguitars.com

Looks like Kevin passed on a lot of great skills and knowledge, and Andrew learned it well !

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I'll send him a pint/quart of fish glue, just let me know the details.

Greg

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Gwaltney Guitars

I can't really help out right now! But...I do wish the young man all the luck to succeed!
Wish that I was young when I got started building guitars!!

Jeff

Bump.

Andrew needs the things in Terry's original post above, but if anyone wants to send any tops or back/side sets that would be great too.

Merry Christmas everyone.

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John Lewis
Wannabe builder owned by 2 crazy dachshunds

looks really nice. Can't believe it's a first build, with a cutaway and all. I am not worthy.

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Unfortunately i don't have tools to send to him, i don't have more then i need for my amatorial building, but i'd be very happy to make a little donation to him so that he can buy something he needs for his work. The story of his father touched my hearth. Can i know how to do this?
Massimo.

PM sent
Bits on the way
Andy

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Andy Z.
http://www.lazydogguitars.com

Thanks guys, I know some stuff has been received, and other stuff is on it's way.

Terry,
Let me know if Andrew needs anything else. I am not sure what has been offered. I am willing to provide the rest.
Mike R

Terry, has he gotten superglue yet? I was just about to put together a starbond order and would be happy to double it up. - Justin

Shane, please send some of your wonderful brace wood to Andrew and send me the paypal reciept (s&h too). I hope you do not mind...

If he does not need that, then let me know.

Mike

That's generous Mike! I will send him say about 10" worth early next week and send you the info on costs. Thanks and Merry Christmas, and to you as well Andrew!

Shane

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Canada

I have an extra copy of the Luthiers Handbook in classifieds . I assumed he had that already however if he doesnt i would be glad to send it to him at n/c if he needs/wants it.

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I keep seeing this post at the top of the forum... thought my browser cache had failed to clear.

Good luck Drew.... and all others. Merry Christmas, Happy New Year.

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Chris Oliver
Infinity Luthiers
...in the shop.

live every minute...

Shane, if you have shipped... then I have heard nothing unless maybe you emailed me... in which case I missed it.

Mike

Hey Mike, the wood was sent as were a couple of e-mails. I just sent you a PM, maybe your e-mail address has changed?

Thanks again and Happy New Year!

Shane

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Canada

Nice guitars, a lot of creativity. I wish I had some of that...

I tend to stick to a simple formula when it comes to building, to ensure reliability.

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