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Classical guitar

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I built this guitar as a challenge to myself. I've discovered that guitar building easily becomes an addiction. It's body is quarter- sawn sycamore. The top is red cedar. The binding is purpleheart. The neck is sapele and purpleheart. Surprisingly, it sounds really good. The best part is seeing my daughter play it.
I did not use any specialty tools, just normal woodshop stuff. Table saw, band saw, planer, a homemade form to bend the sides .

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  • This is so beautiful and unique! Is this your first time building a guitar?
    By RYOBI NATION, on August 21, 2018
    • Thank you so much.   This is actually my second guitar.   I've only built the two.  I'm getting pictures together to post my first.  It's been fun and educational.  I've learned a lot about patience building this one. Thank you again for the kind words. 
      By cvfraser, on August 21, 2018
    • Hello Ryobi Nation,
      I feel extremely fortunate and grateful for winning the United We Build contest for August with this guitar. I apologize if I seem impatient,  but I was wondering how/when I would be contacted about the prize. I have never won anything before so I guess my excitement is getting the best of me.  If you could let me know if I need to do anything,  I would appreciate it. 
       I'm really enjoying the site.  So much inspiration! Thanks for your time. 
      By cvfraser, on September 20, 2018
    • We apologize for the delay. You should have received an email today.
      By RYOBI NATION, on September 25, 2018
  • I love that you have made 2 of these. Hopefully you make more!
    By awloe, on August 23, 2018
    • Thanks.   I'm always thinking about it.  That's for sure. 
      By cvfraser, on August 23, 2018
  • Awesome work!!!!!!
    By Jennay18, on August 24, 2018
    • Thanks Jennay!
      By cvfraser, on August 24, 2018
  • I love that you've shared this amazing project with us. It's amazing the things that one can do with the right tools.
    By kellysryobi, on August 24, 2018
    • Thank you so much for the kind words. 
      By cvfraser, on August 24, 2018
  • wonderful work!
    By Handy1, on August 24, 2018
    • Thanks!
      By cvfraser, on August 24, 2018
  • Wow, that is amazing! Must have taken alot of time and patience.
    By Cmgambill, on August 24, 2018
    • Thanks.   Yes.   It took a bit of time,  but it was fun!  I did have encouragement from family.
      By cvfraser, on August 24, 2018
  • I am totally blown away. The craftsmanship is awe inspiring. Thank you for sharing this unique project.
    By kimkorte_42279, on August 24, 2018
    • Thank you very much. You are too kind.
      By cvfraser, on August 24, 2018
  • Well done sir!
    By sal young, on August 26, 2018
    • Thanks alot.  I appreciate it.
      By cvfraser, on August 26, 2018
  • Sometimes I see things that really inspire me. This is one of them.
    By marcmichael26, on August 26, 2018
    • Thank you very much.   I surprised myself,  actually. 
      By cvfraser, on August 26, 2018
  • Your daughter is lucky and what a great thing that she will have this forever
    By KGriff, on August 26, 2018
    • Thanks.  She gets to fight with me over who gets to play it first. 😀
      By cvfraser, on August 26, 2018
  • excellent work and attention to detail!!
    By UNCLEMATT, on August 27, 2018
    • Thank you,  sir!
      By cvfraser, on August 27, 2018
  • What an awesome project!
    By dan.lehr6658, on August 28, 2018
    • Thank you very much.   
      By cvfraser, on August 28, 2018
  • Beautiful craftsmanship
    By SL92781, on August 28, 2018
    • Thank you for saying so.  I appreciate it. 
      By cvfraser, on August 28, 2018
  • inspired project
    By wood62, on August 28, 2018
    • Thank you!
      By cvfraser, on August 28, 2018
  • Love your guitars!
    By lura115172, on August 28, 2018
    • Wow.  Thanks!
      By cvfraser, on August 28, 2018
  • not sure it gets better then this
    By dexlib, on August 28, 2018
    • Thank you so much. It's cool for you to say so. 
      By cvfraser, on August 28, 2018
  • nice work here
    By solanna, on August 28, 2018
    • Thank you!
      By cvfraser, on August 28, 2018
  • This is beautiful old world craftsmanship.
    By lolah, on August 28, 2018
    • Thank you.   That's very kind. 
      By cvfraser, on August 28, 2018
  • love this
    By HanBan, on August 28, 2018
    • Thanks for taking the time to say so.
      By cvfraser, on August 28, 2018
  • Beautiful work. I build partscasters but nothing of this caliber. Great job.... 

    John
    By Siclestix, on September 22, 2018
    • Thank you for the compliment! I really appreciate you taking the time to say that.  You should post your partscasters.  I'm a huge fan of strats and telies.  I'd love to see them. 
      By cvfraser, on September 23, 2018

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Classical guitar

by cvfraser
Aug 20, 2018
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I built this guitar as a challenge to myself. I've discovered that guitar building easily becomes an addiction. It's body is quarter- sawn sycamore. The top is red cedar. The binding is purpleheart. The neck is sapele and purpleheart. Surprisingly, it sounds really good. The best part is seeing my daughter play it. I did not use any specialty tools, just normal woodshop stuff. Table saw, band saw, planer, a homemade form to bend the sides .