A McKnight Skinny Slope Dreadnaught for cigarfan - Page 13

Bill Kraus · #**181** 04-08-2020, 06:06 AM

These are beautiful in progress photo's, thanks to the Mcknights and Cigarfan for a great post.

cigarfan · #**182** 04-09-2020, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Bill Kraus

These are beautiful in progress photo's, thanks to the Mcknights and Cigarfan for a great post.

Well thanks Bill. It has been a fun ride so far! Glad to post these pics. I think the journey is such a great part of the commission experience.

cigarfan · #**183** 04-09-2020, 10:41 AM

Some scuffing and the next rounds of clear coat today.

Now we find out the special ingredient in Tim's clearcoat.

And the spraying begins. • Video 1 • Video 2

Then they call in the cleaning crew.

More to follow ….

Nemoman · #**184** 04-09-2020, 11:45 AM

Yowzah--it's looking better and better with each new coat along the way!

That burst is really coming to life--and the back and sides...schweeeeet!

Tim McKnight · #**185** 04-09-2020, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by cigarfan

Now we find out the special ingredient in Tim's clearcoat.

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Oh, great, the cats out of the bag now and everyone knows how we secretly inspire Mc... GAS.

cigarfan · #**186** 04-09-2020, 02:57 PM

After drying and between clear sprays, Tim lightly sands spots he feels need correction.

Then it's off to the spray booth again.

coldshot · #**187** 04-09-2020, 06:14 PM

Looking great Tim, before my injury I had started to plan a custom build with one Sydney's better known Luthiers Jeff Mallia.
Jeff had already sourced the timber, figured sapele back and sides, very similar to the set used on this build.
All the best to Mary and yourself mate.
Will give you a call soon.

cigarfan · #**188** 04-11-2020, 05:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Nemoman

Yowzah--it's looking better and better with each new coat along the way! That burst is really coming to life--and the back and sides...schweeeeet!

Indeed! That is exactly the way I describe it. Schweeet!

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Originally Posted by coldshot

Looking great Tim, before my injury I had started to plan a custom build with one Sydney's better known Luthiers Jeff Mallia. Jeff had already sourced the timber, figured Sapele back and sides, very similar to the set used on this build. All the best to Mary and yourself mate. Will give you a call soon.

Hey there coldshot. Gonna miss our annual call at McJam. Sure hope your recovery is going well.

cigarfan · #**189** 04-13-2020, 02:58 PM

Sadly, today is the last we will see of this beauty for 3 weeks.

A little sanding and the final clear coats • Video

Guess I'll just go and play my MiniMac until the paint dries.

Kenneth Casper · #**190** 04-13-2020, 09:52 PM

I know that waiting game. I just finished the wait on my builds and started buffing today. Your guitar is gorgeous! The burst is a perfect match for that nice quilting. Having a burst always makes that level sanding just a bit more nerve wracking. I'm jealous of your spray booth, Tim. I'm a slave to what nature is doing.

Ken

Treenewt · #**191** 04-17-2020, 08:21 AM

Dennis

This is such a beautiful build! I know you're excited about this one! Can't wait to see it complete!

And amazing work Tim!

D.Kwasnycia · #**192** 04-17-2020, 02:16 PM

Dennis, what a fantastic build!! I know your going to have your socks blown off when it is finished. Congratulations to you and to Tim and Mary, as always, your level of love and friendship that goes into each relationship "guitar build/client" never ceases to amaze me.

Tim McKnight · #**193** 04-18-2020, 06:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Bill Kraus

These are beautiful in progress photo's, thanks to the Mcknights and Cigarfan for a great post.

Thanks Bill but the photography credit goes mostly to Mary and also to Dennis for sharing and posting his pictures.

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Originally Posted by coldshot

Looking great Tim, before my injury I had started to plan a custom build with one Sydney's better known Luthiers Jeff Mallia.
Jeff had already sourced the timber, figured sapele back and sides, very similar to the set used on this build.
All the best to Mary and yourself mate.
Will give you a call soon.

Good to hear from you Craig. We will certainly be anticipating a call from you whenever you have a chance.

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Originally Posted by Kenneth Casper

Your guitar is gorgeous! Having a burst always makes that level sanding just a bit more nerve wracking. I'm jealous of your spray booth, Tim. Ken

Thanks for the kind words Ken and you are right. It always makes me pucker when sanding the clear coat on top of a burst. I've had to start over more times than I care to remember.

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Originally Posted by Treenewt

Dennis

This is such a beautiful build! I know you're excited about this one! Can't wait to see it complete!

And amazing work Tim!

Thank you for the compliment Treenewt. Its good to hear from you. I think the last time I saw you was at an IBMA show many moons ago? Hope all is well in your part of the world.

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Originally Posted by D.Kwasnycia

Dennis, what a fantastic build!! I know your going to have your socks blown off when it is finished. Congratulations to you and to Tim and Mary, as always, your level of love and friendship that goes into each relationship "guitar build/client" never ceases to amaze me.

Hi Dennis and thank you. Your kind words are always an encouragement for us!

cigarfan · #**194** 04-19-2020, 03:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Kenneth Casper

I know that waiting game. I just finished the wait on my builds and started buffing today. Your guitar is gorgeous! The burst is a perfect match for that nice quilting. Having a burst always makes that level sanding just a bit more nerve wracking. I'm jealous of your spray booth, Tim. I'm a slave to what nature is doing.
Ken

Thanks for your comments Ken. I am trying to be patient but having seen this guitar in the making it is tough. Tim knows I want him to take all the time he deems necessary for the best outcome. Two weeks 'til buffing.

I hope your builds turn out fantastic!

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Originally Posted by Treenewt

Dennis
This is such a beautiful build! I know you're excited about this one! Can't wait to see it complete!
And amazing work Tim!

Hello there Treenewt!

Excited is right! Edge of my seat right now. Yesterday I spent some time going through the thread again. It's almost like being there. Thanks for your comments and following along.

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Originally Posted by D.Kwasnycia

Dennis, what a fantastic build!! I know your going to have your socks blown off when it is finished. Congratulations to you and to Tim and Mary, as always, your level of love and friendship that goes into each relationship "guitar build/client" never ceases to amaze me.

Hello Dennis!

So glad you could stop by. I appreciate your kind words. Tim and Mary are such nice folks. The plan was for me to pick-up this guitar at their McJam in June which has been postponed due to the pandemic. I'm really looking forward to visiting with them when it is over.

BTW, the 000 Tunnel 13 / Bastogne Walnut (#1 of 13) sounds as awesome as ever. I've seen 35+ guitars come and go but she is still with me. Speaks volumes!

Treenewt · #**195** 04-22-2020, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Tim McKnight

Thank you for the compliment Treenewt. Its good to hear from you. I think the last time I saw you was at an IBMA show many moons ago? Hope all is well in your part of the world.

Tim, wow! You have a great memory! You are correct, and sitting in the booth chatting with you and Mary while playing a few of your instruments was the highlight of that show for me! We have since moved to Oklahoma, so the IBMA hasn't been on my radar for a bit. We are doing well in this crazy season, and I'm glad to see you all seem to be, too!

Oh! My son STILL wears the sunglasses you gave us!