Build #2: StewMac Mahogany Dreadnought
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Re: Build #2: StewMac Mahogany Dreadnought
After checking the fit of a tuning machine on the headstock I decided I'd like to add a backstrap to make it thicker. I'm adding a layer of white wood veneer and then a rosewood plate.
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- Randall Newcomb
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Re: Build #2: StewMac Mahogany Dreadnought
More French polishing on the body. Only 23 more coats to go.
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Re: Build #2: StewMac Mahogany Dreadnought
I am pleased with how the backstrap is coming along
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Re: Build #2: StewMac Mahogany Dreadnought
Drilling the holes for the tuning machines using a 3/8" bit.
Reaming the holes to size
Reaming the holes to size
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Re: Build #2: StewMac Mahogany Dreadnought
Checking for fit
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Re: Build #2: StewMac Mahogany Dreadnought
Nice job Randall, looking great!
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Re: Build #2: StewMac Mahogany Dreadnought
Very nice. I really like that backstrap.
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Re: Build #2: StewMac Mahogany Dreadnought
More polishing. I was having an issue with the finish being soft and poor shine. It turns out I was applying it too wet and with too little pressure. I sanded it back a bit and am getting much better results now.
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Re: Build #2: StewMac Mahogany Dreadnought
After the micro-mesh, but before the final polishing sessions. I used 1500, 1800, 2400, 3200, 3600, 4000, 6000, 8000, and 12,000
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