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Kevin M
 Post subject: Luthier Newbie Intro
PostPosted: Fri Nov 20, 2009 6:15 pm 
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Hi folks:

I've been reading here for a little while and have been totally amazed by what I see and read. Great community of artists who readily share what they know and how to do it.

I started my first build about 6 months ago. I go one evening a week to a class that's composed of three builders and the instructor. We have a great time. Here's a few pics of where I'm at currently:

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I have my own business (custom leathercraft) so I have limited time currently to work on the guitar. But, man, I'm hooked. I've been reading just about everything I can, and listening to what folks discuss, and try to soak it all in. I'm already collecting parts and pieces for my next build, which will be an OM.

Thanks for the opportunity to join the forum, and I look forward to learning from you all.
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Mike Collins
 Post subject: Re: Luthier Newbie Intro
PostPosted: Fri Nov 20, 2009 6:23 pm 
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Welcome Kevin!
This is the place to learn & share !
Your Dread. looks good -as does the bike & truck!
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You've entered the world of guitar makers !

mc [:Y:]

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JohnAbercrombie
 Post subject: Re: Luthier Newbie Intro
PostPosted: Fri Nov 20, 2009 6:27 pm 
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Kevin-
Oh, oh...sounds like you are 'hooked'.... [:Y:] You will find lots of 'enablers' for your addiction here! Welcome!

Your guitar project looks really good- nice clean work and simple style. How did you do the 'KM' logo for the headstock?

Cheers
John
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Kevin M
 Post subject: Re: Luthier Newbie Intro
PostPosted: Fri Nov 20, 2009 6:36 pm 
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Mike: Thanks for the welcome. The bike is an HD Dyna Low Rider. Have had it for a little over 2 years now. That's genuine shark on the saddle bag lids and on the seat. 8-)

John: Thanks for the welcome. The logo piece will be inlaid. It's just sitting atop the headstock for picture purposes. It is genuine ivory, and I then had the piece scrimshawed.
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KMartin
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PostPosted: Fri Nov 20, 2009 6:55 pm 
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Welcome, Kevin! Looks like you have some good ideas to bring to the craft.

Enjoy the ride.

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StevenWheeler
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PostPosted: Fri Nov 20, 2009 7:04 pm 
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Hey Kevin,

Welcome to the party!
A Chevy truck, a motorcycle, and a hand built Derad. What more could a boy want?

Steve
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WaddyThomson
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And another one bites the dust! Welcome to the fold!

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YJ John
 Post subject: Re: Luthier Newbie Intro
PostPosted: Sat Nov 21, 2009 1:55 pm 
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I'm jealous because you have a local class! Nice looking work.
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