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by GeorgeBoards
Tue Mar 13, 2012 9:23 am
Forum: Announcements
Topic: GeorgeBoards New S8 D8 T8 Q8 Console Steels -Videos -Blog
Replies: 0
Views: 8399

GeorgeBoards New S8 D8 T8 Q8 Console Steels -Videos -Blog

Hello from MR.Boards -- GeorgeBoards is happy to present our new line of S8 Consoles. They can be stacked to make D8-T8-Q8. GeorgeBoards BLOG Chronicle of this effort <<CLICK<< 2012 Mill Movie - Making GeorgeBoard Steel Guitars <<CLICK<< GeorgeBoards S8 Blonde Beauty Star In Action <<CLICK<< GeorgeB...
by GeorgeBoards
Thu Jan 05, 2012 1:54 pm
Forum: Announcements
Topic: GeorgeBoards is back with builders parts for sale.
Replies: 1
Views: 7924

Do It Yourself FretBoards 22.5 24.5 25 26 Scales Priced Low

Hello from GeorgeBoards Steel Guitars. We have added to our parts for sale some really nice Fretboards 22.5 24.5 25 26 scales with and without position markers. Super Low Pricing each @ 10.00 usd + 3.00usd shipping within USA. International email for shipping cost. No more need for scale calculators...
by GeorgeBoards
Mon Dec 12, 2011 5:15 pm
Forum: Announcements
Topic: GeorgeBoards is back with builders parts for sale.
Replies: 1
Views: 7924

GeorgeBoards is back with builders parts for sale.

GeorgeBoards is back with builders parts for sale. Go to the Parts section for details.
by GeorgeBoards
Fri Nov 27, 2009 1:16 am
Forum: Lap Steel
Topic: McGregor Steels
Replies: 15
Views: 4304

router bits

1. stew-mac sells router bits with multi roller guides for various depths that are for edge bindings that follow the contours. You may be able to make one of those work. 2. A precision tool makers shop can make any router bit and they also have numerous rollers of various diameters. A determined per...
by GeorgeBoards
Thu Nov 26, 2009 11:40 am
Forum: Lap Steel
Topic: McGregor Steels
Replies: 15
Views: 4304

inlay bands

If you want to keep it relatively simple , Rockler on line and in the retail stores sell these 1/4 tall 36" long strips , that only require a simple channel you can hand router and glue them in with Super glue or epoxy. I use a straight Rabbit Bit on a little chepo table router set up and stand the ...
by GeorgeBoards
Sun Nov 22, 2009 9:36 am
Forum: Lap Steel
Topic: Photos of GeorgeBoards
Replies: 9
Views: 5570

My Personal Maple D8 Recording Steel

Maple D8 Recording Steel http://www.georgeboards.com/MD8/MD8-full.jpg http://www.georgeboards.com/MD8/MD8-frets.jpg http://www.georgeboards.com/MD8/MD8-head.jpg http://www.georgeboards.com/MD8/MD8-logos.jpg http://www.georgeboards.com/MD8/MD8-tail.jpg http://www.georgeboards.com/MD8/MD8-tail2.jpg ht...
by GeorgeBoards
Tue Nov 17, 2009 8:05 pm
Forum: Lap Steel
Topic: McGregor Steels
Replies: 15
Views: 4304

McGregor Steels - Very Cool.

I am seeing this Completely Dressed Out Like a Fancy Table. Exectutive Molding around the edge of the big plank - possibly around the Necks too. 4 Turned Legs with front to back turned spreaders another across the side to side up front. A Deluxe Carved Front Skirt between the legs 6" tall with ornat...
by GeorgeBoards
Mon Nov 16, 2009 1:04 pm
Forum: Lap Steel
Topic: Photos of GeorgeBoards
Replies: 9
Views: 5570

Thanks a lot for the oppertunity to display GB's

Many thanks to all for the compliments and interest. I am having a fun time going through my old photos - choosing some to share - re-telling the history. Perota Series 2 - I was getting the Knobs from Stew-Mac http://www.georgeboards.com/8EBay/parota-Full300jpg http://www.georgeboards.com/8EBay/par...
by GeorgeBoards
Sat Nov 14, 2009 1:36 pm
Forum: Lap Steel
Topic: Photos of GeorgeBoards
Replies: 9
Views: 5570

More Photos of GeorgeBoards

This is our 6 String Lap, we made 6 pieces total and still have the CNC Program. http://www.georgeboards.com/5EBay/Blackfull.JPG http://www.georgeboards.com/5EBay/BlackFull2.JPG http://www.georgeboards.com/5EBay/FrontFull.JPG http://www.georgeboards.com/5EBay/FullCA.JPG This is the Original All Bras...
by GeorgeBoards
Fri Nov 13, 2009 10:31 am
Forum: Lap Steel
Topic: Photos of GeorgeBoards
Replies: 9
Views: 5570

Wood

Mahogany = Long Sustain & Forgiving Sonic Quality. Stability - reasonable cost - very available. Maple = hard tight tone and articulate lots of figure available . Walnut - sort of a cross between the above -- Poplar = lowest cost -- Sustainable product -- large planks -- very stable -- slightly soft...