Steel Guitar Builder

Hi guys,

Some more pictures of the back bending process:




I used a steam iron



Let's rest in the mold for a couple of days?

Top trimmed:



Xavier

The back didn't want to keep the bend
That will be the most challenging part of that build

The back finally bent

And the box is closed











Wet wood:





Xavier

That looks beautiful, can't wait to see it finished.

Ron Mc

Epoxy sealing... (with some silica thickener)

Hey guys,

One more:

Some more pictures:





I'm applying the PU two parts varnish with... a cotton pad, just like french polish. First time trying this way, and I think I'll never use a paint gun anymore

After two caoats (one per day, light sanding with steel wool just before the new coat), before steel wool:



4 to 6 coats more to come

Xavier

It really looks beautiful Xavier, you must be more than proud of it.

Regards
Ron Mc

Thanks Ron

After 5 months of gestation she cried for the first time today










Great tone, better than I expected

Congratulations Xavier, it looks fantastic.

Best regards

Ron Mc