Recent content by Flattop

I just had a thought CT. Go to your web search and look for Official Luthiers Forum. This is a forum of luthiers and instrument builders. They will answer any questions you will have about your project. They know their craft and are willing to share it with us in need. If that doesn't get you...

I have to agree with Steve. It is not just the kit, tools and jigs needed, but also the expertise needed. If a side is bent a little wrong, it needs to be re-bent to do it right. Setting necks whoo! I have built a couple D size Martin kits that turned out great, but I don't know if the stress...

Thanks to all for the welcome, tot_ou_tard We used to play fast, but time has taken it's toll. I don't Know if it is the weary fingers or the feeble mind. We leave most of the fast stuff to the kids, but we can still rip off some rip-snorters just for the kid to have something to think about...

Hi Ya'll, Most people call me JT. Some others have names for me that I can not mention. You can call me anything you like, just don't call me late for supper. I live in western Iowa on the Missouri River bottom where the ground is so flat you can see what your neighbors are doing a hundred...