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    Fasterners (#2 pickup ring screws)

    In searching for the affordable supplier for screws I developed a new flat spot on my forehead and learned my jaw would drop lower than I previously thought possible.  Either they wanted $1 approx a screw (for a half inch #2 black screw) or they wanted me to order 10,000 of them...
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    Control Knobs

    Over the weekend I tried out my lathe for the first time and made these lil' rascals.   I can't divulge what wood the knobs are basically b/c I don't know - this was a Woodcraft $20 grab box of cutoffs and what not that were sold for small carving.  I was aghast at how expensive the knobs were...
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    Natty masked, amber dye quilt top with flame & pau neck

    I bribed my UPS driver who showed early today and brought my Bertha!  As always, it's not real without pictures.  This is the way it went down.... Now I just have to wait for the triple shot rings to show up and I can finish the install and hear her sing.  I thought...
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    Favorite unique & unusual guitar design

    The out there designs have always fascinated me; creativity with the skill to pull off truly beautiful work has awed and made me green with envy. What design in your opinion captures the essence of this side of the guitar world (basses too... don't' wanna leave them out) My contribution It's...
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    My first guitar build

    When I meet folks for the first time I have to tell them that I'm a little "touched" - when I get something in my head it just won't stop until I've scratched the itch.  Case in point; bought my first body/neck combo from Warmoth and am waiting for the magic boxes. Waiting's never been my...
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    Warmoth Virgin Build - Her name is Bertha

    Well I've pestered the folks in the Wiring room for a bit so I figured I'd share my decision to go big with me first warmoth build...  Here are the particulars: Body: Chambered Strat body, rear route HSH configured with standard strat controls. Uber bad arse quilt maple top adorning the swamp...
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    Assistance with a crazy build

    Good day everyone - first timer and I'm hoping someone can confirm the accuracy of a nutty build or help me figure out what's wrong. I'm building a lovely lil strat that I'm aiming for maximum flexibility.  I'm using SD pups and some other products from there, along with other odds and ends. ...
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