"I use a 9/16" spade bit, then superglue the grommet. Be sure to put a backing board behind the lid before drilling the hole to avoid tear-out."
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Finish on the Box
Started this discussion. Last reply by Kigar Jul 31, 2020. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Wanting to put a finish on this box that will work on the labels too. Looking for satin not a glossy shine.What do you suggest and should I do it before I build the guitar or after? Does it matter?Continue
Intonation
Started this discussion. Last reply by Mark Ballard May 11, 2020. 5 Replies 0 Likes
I know that scale length on a guitar is measured from the Edge of the NUT to where the string crossesthe saddle. When using bolts at NUT and Bridge/Saddle I guess the measurement would be from the…Continue
Finished First
Started this discussion. Last reply by Mark Ballard May 13, 2020. 7 Replies 3 Likes
Well I finished my first a couple of days ago. Fretless Acoustic. Learned a lot and getting ready to startmy second. Sounds good! On these type of boxes is there a latch or something thatI can…Continue
Drill Bit for CB Gitty 1" Sound Hole Grommets
Started this discussion. Last reply by Grandpa Jan 9, 2022. 9 Replies 0 Likes
About done with my first and needing to drill a couple of sound holes in the paper covered cigar box.I have some 1" Grommets/w screens from CB Gitty. The website site says the inside diameter of the…Continue
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"I’ve always used a stepped unibit and a little hot glue."
"thats a great idea!"
"Looks good, Spray Can or do you have a spray gun system...."
" Well-timed post for me, Mark. Thank you for getting it started, as I would like to know the same thing. I haven't put anything on the bodies of my guitars, preferring the worn look. After three years, some are looking about perfect for my…"
"Make all your cuts & drill all your holes first, so you can get all the sanding out of the way. Otherwise, you’ll have to do touch ups on the finish if you do it first? As for Finish, just don’t buy anything cheap? Varathane, MinWax,…"
Finish on the Box
Wanting to put a finish on this box that will work on the labels too. Looking for satin not a glossy shine.What do you suggest and should I do it before I build the guitar or after? Does it matter?See More
"+1 on table saw and laminate trimmer"
"Timothy those are pretty sporty looking. Would look great on a box!
On latching down the top. I had some maple veneer that I thinned down and used as shims for the small gap between the neck and the box. Stained them to match the stain I used on the…"
"The Missus got these for me to hold down and decorate the corners. not sure where she got them she does a lot of scrap booking etc and probably cant rmemeber herself..lol"
"Timothy,
I followed the Gitty Basic Plan (Glenn Watts) and that's the way it's setup on bridge placement based on 31" of neck material length. Realize it's not ideal and the bridge should be moved towards the center of box. Just…"
"Either gluing it down or screwing it down is the best, a loose lid bring unwanted buzz?"
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You like Train songs on Handmade instruments as much as I do? Meet Eastwood station…
Started by BrianQ. in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts 13 hours ago. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Are metal frets necessary?
Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Southern Ray on Friday. 8 Replies 1 Like
AI Search Query - Curious Answer
Started by Southern Ray in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Southern Ray on Friday. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Song lyrics for Steve's new song
Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. on Thursday. 4 Replies 0 Likes
UK - Best Place to Buy Cigar Box's
Started by Rich Butters in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Crazed Fandango Apr 22. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Busking Songs...
Started by Nomad Jack in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by J. D. Woods Apr 17. 7 Replies 2 Likes
Joseph J. Rogowski about Current Based Pickup Design
Started by Moritz Voegeli in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 14. 6 Replies 2 Likes
crossover guitar.
Started by Timothy Hunter in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Apr 10. 14 Replies 3 Likes
Flat bucker under box top. Any Success?
Started by Tom T in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 9. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone tried this? Thoughts?
Started by Southern Ray in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 4. 7 Replies 1 Like
just came accross this pickup idea on youtube.
Started by Timothy Hunter in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 27. 1 Reply 2 Likes
VIDEO: Building a CBG with limited resources.
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 10. 1 Reply 3 Likes
Free PDF Download: Vintage Guitar Effects Plans - 1967 Fuzzbox and 1969 Treble Boost
Started by Cigar Box Nation in Feature Articles. Last reply by BrianQ. Mar 9. 4 Replies 3 Likes
Tune up songs
Started by Ghostbuttons in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Mar 9. 5 Replies 1 Like
Duel output jacks
Started by Justin Stanchfield in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 8. 6 Replies 0 Likes
No Harmonics
Started by Ken I in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Brian partington Mar 8. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Camera suggestions?
Started by Southern Ray in Cool gear discussion - that's not cigar box related. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 6. 5 Replies 0 Likes
CBG site issues, continued.
Started by Taffy Evans in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 5. 4 Replies 2 Likes
Anyone used a violin-style tailpiece on a CBG?
Started by Justin Stanchfield in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Carl Floyd Mar 1. 15 Replies 0 Likes
Guitar for the grandson
Started by Joe in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Carl Floyd Feb 29. 13 Replies 0 Likes
Blog Posts
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Q&A with Arkansas-based talented blues musician Billy Jones, one of the very best authentic modern artists
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"Andries and Alan, those are rocks painted to be cactus. They are not too prickly and they are…"
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"Thanks guys. Ha Brian. I don't think I can play Iowa Sax and dulcimer very well at…"
You like Train songs on Handmade instruments as much as I do? Meet Eastwood station…
Train songs on Handmade instruments by Eastwood station, featuring CB Gitty’s own Ben Baker &…See More
"Not sure about your device, but there’s a way you can view your saved passwords in the…"
Chugger Review 2nd from left
""A Fine Foursome of Instraments" I will get around to doing a Doug Style Chugger with…"
Chugger Review 2nd from left
"Nice groep there UJ ! but what are these mysterioes green objects in front?"
All You Got to do is put your Mind to it ! BCB - A .D .Eker 2024
"If it was done for no reason Yes! ofcourse !but lets hope it will not come to that Alan !…"
All You Got to do is put your Mind to it ! BCB - A .D .Eker 2024
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