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Trying something new

Posted by Jerry Jordan on October 13, 2019 at 2:27pm
Hanging the neck from the end of the box, let’s see if it folds....
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  • Rich Butters October 17, 2019 at 4:00am

    Hi Jerry, I see from the picture you have 'braced' the inside of the box so increasing the thickness of the sides.  Does this affect the sound quality / resonance of the guitar.

    What is the thickness of the top and bottom?

    The reason I ask is that I live in Thailand and cant get genuine cigar boxes so Ii will be building my own and I see the thickness of the wood as being critical to the build.

    Your advice would be most welcome and helpful

    Cheers

    Rich

  • Scott Schoepf October 17, 2019 at 12:10am

    I did that on that 1933 box I did last year. I run into the guy every now and then and he says the guitar is working great. I think you’ll be ok. 

  • Gary W aka Rev. Bluejeans October 15, 2019 at 4:02pm
    Two bolts? Looks like your walls are reinforced. If you use lighter strings, you should probably be OK.
  • Dave Lynas October 13, 2019 at 9:54pm
    Good luck Jerry.
  • Uncle John October 13, 2019 at 2:46pm

    It looks strong, but a bit heavy.  The top should sing out nicely.  Good wishes.

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