That's gorgeous. I hate your guts
Steve
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| Author: | Jimmy Caldwell [ Sun May 15, 2011 7:08 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Koa 00-42 |
Here's one I just finished the woodworking on for Healdsburg. I spent a couple of weeks in Hawaii in February and saw so many beautiful things made from Koa from guitars to ukes to furniture I thought I'd try my hand at it. This one is modeled after the Koa guitars Martin built in the 20's and 30's, although they never built a 42 style. I decided to use Cocobolo in place of ivoroid for bindings, heelcap, etc. and I really like the look. I used a modified bridle joint on the peghead and the more I do of these, these better I like them.If your into vintage stuff like I am, I'd encourage you to try this joint. It really gives you a different perspective of why the Martin "Volute" or "Dart" looks the way it does. It's a beautiful joint and extemely strong. It's challenging to learn, but worth the effort. I have a set of cocobolo tuner buttons beautifully made by Burton LeGeyt that I may use on the Waverly tuners, or I may use a set of ebony knobs. I can't decide which will look better. Decisions, decisions.............. Attachment: koa3.jpg Attachment: koa2.jpg Attachment: koa5.jpg Attachment: koa4.jpg
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| Author: | Ian Cunningham [ Sun May 15, 2011 7:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Koa 00-42 |
Gotta love that koa. Beautiful guitar. I for one would really appreciate a toot on the headstock joint. |
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| Author: | JSDenvir [ Sun May 15, 2011 7:38 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Koa 00-42 |
That's gorgeous. I hate your guts Steve |
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| Author: | Kent Chasson [ Sun May 15, 2011 7:48 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Koa 00-42 |
Nice, Jimmy. Look forward to seeing and hearing that in August. |
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| Author: | Darryl Young [ Sun May 15, 2011 8:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Koa 00-42 |
I love that guitar Jimmy. Is the neck Spanish Cedar? |
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| Author: | Steve Kinnaird [ Sun May 15, 2011 9:33 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Koa 00-42 |
As usual, beautiful work Jimmy. And I'm with you on the Coco bindings w/ Koa--perfect complement. Steve |
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| Author: | Tony_in_NYC [ Sun May 15, 2011 10:22 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Koa 00-42 |
Beautiful. Cant wait to see some finish on it! |
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| Author: | Ken Franklin [ Mon May 16, 2011 1:19 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Koa 00-42 |
Another beautiful guitar, Jimmy. I really enjoy your work. |
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| Author: | TonyFrancis [ Mon May 16, 2011 6:08 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Koa 00-42 |
Looks Killer Jimmy. I love the Koa but thought more so you really nailed the bracing (from another thread) and aesthetic details. Great job. |
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| Author: | jac68984 [ Mon May 16, 2011 8:47 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Koa 00-42 |
Looking great. Finish will make that one really pop. Aaron |
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| Author: | Corky Long [ Mon May 16, 2011 8:52 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Koa 00-42 |
Sweet! |
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| Author: | Bailey [ Tue May 17, 2011 9:51 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Koa 00-42 |
Make sure you post plenty of finished pictures. This one is a beauty! Kent |
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| Author: | nickton [ Tue May 17, 2011 1:21 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Koa 00-42 |
that's a beauty. Wish I could do that kind of inlay. |
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