My First Solo Build - Page 4

Coke_zero · #46 10-16-2010, 04:10 PM

I would love to see a step by step on how you made that lion inlay!

Neil K Walk · #47 10-16-2010, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Coke_zero

I would love to see a step by step on how you made that lion inlay!

As would I, but I understand if it were considered to be a proprietary secret. It's got to be MADDENING to cut all those little pieces out with whatever tools are required.

Rod True · #48 10-16-2010, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by kwakatak

As would I, but I understand if it were considered to be a proprietary secret. It's got to be MADDENING to cut all those little pieces out with whatever tools are required.

I can't speak for Andrew here, hopfully he will show and tell a bit of what he's learned from his dad over the years. It's all about patience

Here are a few eye-candy threads from years gone by of Kevin's amazing inlay work as posted on the OLF.

Lion head inlay complete

African missions trip GRT inlay

A quick inlay sequence

cpabolting · #49 10-17-2010, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Bruce Sexauer

I worry sometimes that we old fart luthiers are the last gasp of one of the greater aspects of humanity. Seeing what you are up to, and my sense of your seemingly excellent attitude shows me that I worry too much. Keep it coming!

The lack of a formal education will not hold you back in the world of lutherie. An interest in everything around you and seeking an understanding of how it integrates, maintained throughout your life, will move you to the head of whatever you choose to pursue. More simply; education is where you find it.

Education will always help you, especially iin something like business that helps you understand about money, consumer behavior, accounting, markets, marketing, etc.

Don't underestimate the benefits of a good eduction, they are never ending and follow you all your life

omegaguitars2 · #50 10-17-2010, 07:05 AM

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Originally Posted by kwakatak

As would I, but I understand if it were considered to be a proprietary secret. It's got to be MADDENING to cut all those little pieces out with whatever tools are required.

Ohh trust me it's no secret. I really never had any lessons on doing inlay work from my dad. All I had to go by were some pictures of him doing inlays I found online and a little bit of help from what my mom remembered. The only tool I used was a jewlers saw. All it takes is a good knowledge of the materials you're using, a steady hand and a heck of a lot of patience. The first one took me about 70 hours, and the second one took about 40. It's just a matter of knowing you're gonna make mistakes and working through them.
I would post a play by play, but I didn't take and pictures until it was done. It was just a couple weeks after my dad had passed when I started them so it was really just work to keep me burried in something. If I do another I'll take pictures though.

Mrterryman · #51 10-21-2010, 03:43 PM

I have a couple dozen for you Andy. (mostly at the sander) Mind if I post 2-3 of the best ones? Lemme know.

omegaguitars2 · #52 10-21-2010, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Mrterryman

I have a couple dozen for you Andy. (mostly at the sander) Mind if I post 2-3 of the best ones? Lemme know.

Post as many as you want Mr. Terry. Just try to keep the ones with me crying out of the mix.

cSuttle · #53 10-21-2010, 09:32 PM

I like the Lions. First one you say? Well I'm impressed, and I don't impress easy.

Mrterryman · #54 10-22-2010, 01:49 PM

Okay Mr. Andy. I'll put up some pix. I'll forego the mullet pic. I know that will require special dispensation.

Good grief! Do I have to upload pix to a hosting site first?! What a pain. I thought that was done and over with.

I didn't see what the newspaper said as we were joining the top, but it's good advice!

Come down soon before snow flies, or you'll have to learn to ski when you do!

volman · #55 10-22-2010, 03:10 PM

I'll be gladly keeping up with this thread. I can honestly say that it has made my day. Experience will help in time, but age really doesn't matter. It is obvious that you have the skills.

omegaguitars2 · #56 10-29-2010, 09:26 PM

Here are some pics of the bound body.

rosewood and mahogany purfling.

My pretty little girlfriend sporting the Alpha and Omega #1.

I wanted to do something a little different with the butt wedge.

hnuuhiwa · #57 10-29-2010, 10:14 PM

Looks great Andy, especially like the butt wedge

volman · #58 10-29-2010, 10:17 PM

That looks outstanding! The body style is fairly common but the little touches you've done with the binding and the end wedge really set it apart, IMO. Very impressed.

#59 10-29-2010, 10:39 PM

Looks wonderful Andy. I like the Butt Wedge - maybe consider making it a signature of your builds.

BTW what about naming your guitars AlphaOmega Guitars rather than Alpha and Omega. To me it has a nicer ring to it but also has more meaning - indicates that you and your Dads' work is intrinsically linked and cannot be separated. Anyway, just a thought

Bonzo10 · #60 10-29-2010, 10:46 PM

Beautiful Andy, love the wood color combinations and the creativity with lines. That end wedge really defines the guitar as uniquely yours. Keep up the good work, bless you in your endeavors.