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Peter J
 Post subject: Latest in Koa...
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There is nothing like an outstanding set of Koa and about 3 weeks worth of French Polishing.... This one is 'leaving home' tomorrow.

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Very nice...

I have a set of Koa that I just got from Hank Mauel that is destined for a 000-12 fret. Love koa...

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It practically glows!

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Nice,

That is really blond shellac. The Koa looks grea under the finish. Is this a classical guitar? The guitar is gorgeous.

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That's some pretty Koa. Looks great!

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Colin North
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Three weeks well spent I would say!
Really nice set too.

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Peter J
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johnparchem wrote:
Is this a classical guitar?


John, Yes it is a classical. I really enjoy working with Koa or its cousin; Australian Black Acacia. I have built a number of instruments with both and they typically bend easily, never a problem with pore filling and always looks like a million when finished.

This particular instrument was spec'd by the customer with all Koa details, bindings, headplate, backplate, backstrip, etc. I am pleased with just how well it came out and the chatoyance and figure is great. I had thought about darkening the shellac to an orange or garnet but decided against it when I saw just how much radiance the sides had with just the light blonde.

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Peter,

What a gorgeous guitar! The Koa is stunning and the Koa bindings work very well. I have been thinking about you lately and would like to get together when it would be convenient. Glad to see that your work is advancing so well.

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Mark Groza
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That is just beautiful Peter! Real nice looking set on it as well. [:Y:]
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That would be a beautiful instrument even without the finish. Your patience with the finish made it OUTSTANDING.
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Peter J
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Thanks Patrick, Max, Mark and all for the kind comments... With a wonderful set of Koa like that it is hard to go wrong...

Mark, on a different subject, did you find a use for the Snakewood yet? I've been curious to see how you plan to use it.

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Hi Peter,

That may be the first black topped classic I have ever seen! :o

Seriously though, that is some excellent photography, especially for highlighting the koa which was obviously your intent. What wood did you use for the bindings? It is a great combination.

'Tis Beautiful! [clap]

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Peter J
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What wood did you use for the bindings?


Thanks Mark, the bindings are also Koa, just a darker shade from a different piece of wood.

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