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    Getting the experimental Possum Head ready for some Tru-.oil

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    That's gonna be one fine possum when it's slicked up with Tru-oil!

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    Well, not quite slick, but a little shine anyhow. These mandolins just get a minimum of coats at the start. The beauty of a tru-oil finish (and others of coarse) , is the ease of adding more later. This line of my instruments is not for bling. Its a players "function over looks" instrument. Good sound, good price.
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    Real nice Bryce!

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    I wish I had taken a better look at the top burst before sealing, but onward with the testing. This is only 4 rub on/rub off coats of Tru-oil.

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    Fine looking instruments David. I also took a peek at that S-5 in the back ground. Looks like it is on schedule.
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    Quote Originally Posted by HoGo View Post
    ...as my saw wandered a bit...
    Yes, sometimes my tools make mistakes too...

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    Yep the S-5 got its last spray Monday. Buffing in about 2 weeks. Hoping it gets great reviews at IBMA.

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    IBMA is just up the road for me. Hope I get to maybe meet some of you guys there.

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    You might remember my cryptic photo of a “block”? Well, it ended up in here.
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    And that "point" is part of a double commission.

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    Cheers Gary

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    Quote Originally Posted by bryce View Post
    Well, not quite slick, but a little shine anyhow. These mandolins just get a minimum of coats at the start. The beauty of a tru-oil finish (and others of coarse) , is the ease of adding more later. This line of my instruments is not for bling. Its a players "function over looks" instrument. Good sound, good price.
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    Hello David, I've been watching your possums with much interest. Shot you an email, hope to see and hear your newest creations in the very near future.

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    Got it

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    No mandolin content but another turn of the century German cello, this time needing a neck graft.....
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    Quote Originally Posted by GarY Nava View Post
    You might remember my cryptic photo of a “block”? Well, it ended up in here.
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    Cheers Gary
    Gary, that is one heck of a cut away! Beautiful pair.
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    Test string-up in the white for this octave --

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    . . . and I think we're ready for color.

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    Very nice. X bracing or tonebars?

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    Very nice indeed Steven. Love the banding. More pics please.

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    Mid-varnishing progress update for the Big Dog octave --

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    This one is for Darren Nicholson with Balsam Range. I sure am looking forward to hearing how he puts it to work.

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    It's really inspiring to see the work of all these great luthiers! Thanks!

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    I got this in the mail today.
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    I'm kinda thinking, maybe I should start with a kit. My wife said " Just whittle away the parts that don't look like a mandolin". I knew I was keeping her around for something.
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    I do have some references. More to follow over the next few months.
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    Don't be intimidated, you can do this BJ...just take your time, follow the steps carefully and have fun. The jigs and fixtures are fun to build also and it adds to a lot of time but you'll have them for the next build. Your wood looks like some good stuff. I went with the lowest grades for the first few builds but now I've gained the confidence in using higher grades. Lots of help here on MC, ask all the questions you need. It's definitely a rewarding experience.

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    The light at the end of the tunnel is brighter each day.
    Necks partially shaped and dry fitted. In the last pic necks are more precisely shaped and dovetails are glued with HHG.
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    Adrian, that just looks so "right"!
    The angle of the light really shows the grace in the scroll volute.
    Strong work!
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    OK, this was on my bench this evening,

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    Then,
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    And after final graduation and finish,

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    Oops!
    Must admit, not for long though!
    For some reason, things do not stay on my bench for long.
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