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    Template for a non reverse firebird headstock

    Hi , im currently saving up for one of the es-1tl kits https://www.pitbullguitars.com/shop/...ic-guitar-kit/.

    I was wondering if a non reverse firebird head stock would fit on the blank headstock?
    And if so does anyone know of a template that has the machine head holes marked out aswell?
    Searching google i have only found either a blank template with no holes. https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/F...k_firebird.svg
    or a sheet with measurements for the holes a tele i could convert https://www.pinterest.com.au/pin/863424559790850030/

    I wanted to do some practice on some blank wood i have at home.

    NB. this is my first kit and have no idea what im doing headstock wise.

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    Oh and also if i find im terrible at shaping does the headstock shaping service still exist?

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    It probably won’t fit exactly, but you could make an approximation.
    Current:
    GTH-1

    Completed:
    AST-1FB
    First Act ME276 (resurrected curb-side find)
    ES-5V
    Scratchie lapsteel
    Custom ST-1 12 String
    JBA-4
    TL-1TB
    Scratch Lapsteel
    Meinl DIY Cajon
    Cigar Box lap steel

    Wishing:
    Baritone
    Open D/Standard Double 6 twin neck

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    I'm almost a seasoned veteran at headstock mutilation.
    It does take some practice to get right.
    You don't need specialised tools (unless you have the cabbage to spare).
    All I used was a hand saw and a coarse rasp.
    Files and sandpaper to finesse the rest.

    Tuning holes is another learning curve.
    Mark them out accurately and if you don't have a drill press,
    you can use this gadget that I used on string through holes.
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SZA03DVITA

    cheers, Mark.

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