I started this one during Bill Moll's 2001 archtop class, actually I started two and ended up only finishing one back then and then got a little distracted. About 2 months ago I pulled out the pieces and decided it was time to put it together. Man, it's felt good to be back in the shop, and good to see names here on the forum I recognize.
Details:
Maple back, sides and neck. Spruce top. All from Bill's suggested wood source in Missouri back in 2001.
Rosewood fretboard, binding and finger rest.
Tru-oil finish.
Gotoh tuners
Fred's 11 year archtop
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Christ Kacoyannakis
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Re: Fred's 11 year archtop
I love what you did with the binding -totally unique and very classy. The finger rest is also very stylish. Super job. Glad you got back to building.
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Steve Senseney
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Re: Fred's 11 year archtop
Well worth the wait. It looks nice!
Can we see more pictures?
Can we see more pictures?
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Fred Renner
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Re: Fred's 11 year archtop
Artsy headstock shot. Headstock shape influenced by looking at Michael Lewis website, his stuff is really cool.
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Fred Renner
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Neal Carey
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Re: Fred's 11 year archtop
Really nice Fred. Love the flame on the back.
"Time you enjoy wasting, was not wasted." - John Lennon
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Patrick Hanna
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Re: Fred's 11 year archtop
That's a very nice looking instrument, Fred. Indeed, it was worth the wait.
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Samuel Hartpence
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Re: Fred's 11 year archtop
Any change that MIMF will offer those classes in the future? That is really striking, and I'll echo the sentiment that it was worth the wait.