Posted on October 5, 2013 at 4:30am 7 Comments 6 Likes
The lap steel that I said I wouldn't sell, I sold it and so I needed something cool to replace it. I built this beast of a very old ironing board (a $10 find) and a Blu-J cigar box from 1910.
The nut and bridge risers are made out of an old yard stick. I made the headstock and fretboard from oak and used another trusty Gretsch pickup to make the thing really sing. I also added mother of pearl fret markers on this one which is the first time I've done that, normally I just burn them in.
I've coveted one of these ironing board/steels ever since I saw the one Justin Johnson plays. I think Madurobob is responsible for that exceptional work of art.
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I just wanted to personally thank you for your thoughtful assistance with my really dumb questions, the other day. You were truly a big help, simply by making me think the problem through and yes I now have accomplished my original plan. When I finally put all the pieces in the right place (including a fresh battery) "It Works", just like you said.
ALLRIGHT Charles ,bee waiting on the tutorials !! Greeeeettssszzz A.D.
Thanks for the friend request Charles...............I have admired your work for quite some time ;-)
Thanks for friending Charles!
Hey, Charles. I like your guitars, photos and vids. Glad to have you for a nation friend.
Charles, accepted you as a friend. Thanks for asking.
Thanks for the friend add, Charles !
You make nice stuff at a very reasonable price,My CBG making not quite to that level,Love the whammy...have to get sumpin from ya down the line ,just bought one...salud great work
Thanx for friending me Charles,I sell CBGS ,I build cbgs and play a load of music.Happpy to offer any help w any of those things.Have a great day , .I love to collab if ya play too
If you have time please check out my website CharlesAtchison.com
Thanks!