I like the look of the fret board overlaying the cigar box where the neck joins the box (like on a six string guitar) rather than having the board stopping at the point where the neck connects to the box. It presents some challenges in the build though. It seems that installing the neck with the board overlaying the box effectively locks the box lid closed.
I'm not sure if I'm making myself clear, but I I'd like your thoughts (Cigar Box Guitar Nation).
thank you oh wise ones.
Peter
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I think all of mine have been fretboard overlays the sound board. It presents some interesting challenges. You can do as Mad says and use the box upside down. If you are really attached to the look of the graphics, you have to go farther . The other issue is the neck attachement if you are not building a neck through. I am building mostly ukuleles with the neck attached to the box. You will need space to get hands and tools in there to make the attachment. I have been modifying my boxes to use a Winchester style attatchment. That can either be from the side or from the rear.
Anyway, welcome to guitar building
I have also used MadGomer's upside down box method.
Peter,
My builds are mostly neck thru with an overlay.
Depending on the customer's needs and what kind of PuP (if any), I cut out a large section of the neck to elevate it above the box. Reinforce the box and neck with a oak and attach it to the lib. So no matter how thin the lid is it will not curl. This will also allow you to open the box without taking off the strings.
Hope this helps,
ChatterBox
Glad to help.
Hey, guys, thanks for all the thoughtful and helpful replies. Since this is my first fretted build with my first mag pickup (CBGitty single coil), I think I'll go with the fret board stopping at the box rather than overlaying the box. Let's keep it simpler, don't drive myself crazy.
Once again, thanks for assisting my quest.
Peter
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