MY JM-1 First ever build

[king casey]

Hi Casey. I've managed to cut several pick-guards via differing techniques.
Best way was with a jig-saw and files and sandpaper believe it or not.
I'll lay the acrylic flat on the desk with minimal over-hang to reduce the vibrations.
Like everything else it does require some repeated attempts to nail it correctly.
Practicing on MDF is also a good method

cheers, Mark.

cheers, Mark.

[caseyone1]

Hi Casey. I've managed to cut several pick-guards via differing techniques.
Best way was with a jig-saw and files and sandpaper believe it or not.
I'll lay the acrylic flat on the desk with minimal over-hang to reduce the vibrations.
Like everything else it does require some repeated attempts to nail it correctly.
Practicing on MDF is also a good method

cheers, Mark.

cheers, Mark.

Thanks Mark, yeah I researched about 4 different cutting methods and also polishing methods for acrylic. Coping saw, band saw and jig saws all seemed to be the preference, some edges are heat polished with like a gas flame, that was interesting. I hope the laser works out, apparently it just turns acrylic to fumes, which prevents it from welding itself back together.
I’m really interested to see the outcome.