I recently posted this thread about kits. It confirmed my suspicions that there is not so much out there anymore.
I want to take my woodwork hobby to the next level. It is all about the experience of building as I already own a very nice hand-build mandolin from a local luthier. I am happy to learn and take my time with research but can't afford the cost or time off for any residential courses. I have heard of the Siminoff book (Ultimate Bluegrass mandolin manual) and come across one or two online or video courses (e.g. O'Brien Guitars).
So, what books, resources, videos, sites etc would you recommend an aspiring new builder researching before spending hard-earned money on specialist tools and lumber?
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