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Ken McKay
PostPosted: Mon Dec 21, 2015 8:53 am 
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After reading through this thread again carefully I should mention this.
The OLF is the best place imo to discuss this kind of thing since there are so many makers who know how to get the job done and make excellent fiddles.

When I said there was a lot of misinformation what I was referring to was some Internet information, not here, mostly in the form of YouTube videos that can be misleading.

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However, I would love to have the parameters Ken C spoke of for Preston Thompson's Size 2 parlor. Those would help guide me in the right direction. I also like the width he chose for the fingerboard.


Preston just got back to me --- "X" braces 52' contour, all other top braces flat, Back Braces 26' contour. I am sure he tips the neck at 1.3 degrees. Preston's finger picking guitars have necks 1 3/4" at the nut.

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Thanks Ken. I am so glad to get these tips before I started.


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Terence Kennedy wrote:
Another gadget useful for minor adjustments in the upper bout contour in some situations.

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this is fantastic.

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kencierp wrote:
I think this is what Ken is describing:

http://www.kennethmichaelguitars.com/neckangle.html

Ken,
I got a chance to review your instructions a little more thoroughly. I wish you much success with your kit sales and you do give good instructions.

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