I had to pay extra attention at the volute and heel. I switched over to my less aggressive half round rasp for this.
As I keep filing, the neck gets rounder and rounder.
I try to maintain my file horizontal to create a flat area in the middle area of the neck. This helps me get a flat, Ibanez-style neck.
Once I'm happy with the rough shape, I switch over to finer files to remove the marks.
And I practice my shoe-shining skills.
Shaping the volute.
Here's the final product! I'll sand further (sigh hate sanding) later on before finishing.
The flat profile looks good.
Ready to shred.
Accidental hipster shot.
Headstock inlay. I think this will really pop up to life with clear coats.
Happy frets in their slots.
Another view of the neck profile.
Next thing will be to do some fret work, which I don't really enjoy haha.
Liking your work, thats going to look real nice.
Thanks Tony! I'll have some more updates soon. Haven't had the time to post.
Looking fantastic. Love those shinto rasps.
'As long as there's, you know, sex and drugs, I can do without the rock and roll.'
Wow Simon that looks great. Thanks for the detailed build diary. Definitely inspirational.
Yes they're amazing tools!Originally Posted by pablopepper
Thanks! Your hand tool build diary was also very inspirational!
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