More updates,
I glued the back on, using my now favoured method of a tube that follows the outline of the back. Means constant pressure and only 2 main clamps instead of 35, and I added 2 more to keep it all level. I do need to find a better way of doing the pockets for the brace ends, i still haven't managed to find a way to do them cleanly.
Then made and installed my rosette. I acquired some stabilised maple burl that was dyed blue and was convinced it would make a cool rosette in redwood. I think i was right. It took a while to put together as it was hard work to keep the small blocks level but was worth it in the end.
Liners glued in and brace pockets cut
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gluing the back on
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My 22.5 degree wedge that I follow with a japanese saw to give me 16 identical pieces for the rosette
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Rosette pieces roughly in place before superglue
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rosette after being superglued and circle cut
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rosette installed and levelled but before the soundhole was cut out
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rosette installed, levelled and soundhole cut out
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