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| Author: | Laidback1 [ Tue Apr 19, 2016 12:37 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Mesquite |
Anyone here ever attempted a build with Mesquite back/sides? Wanting to use and trying to find source for the wood. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | Glen H [ Tue Apr 19, 2016 2:19 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mesquite |
I believe the OLF'er DZ Smith has. He's a Texan too. Hey DZ?? |
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| Author: | SteveSmith [ Tue Apr 19, 2016 2:47 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mesquite |
I'd love to get hold of some mesquite for some fret boards, unfortunately not much around East Tennessee. |
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| Author: | wbergman [ Tue Apr 19, 2016 2:51 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mesquite |
Periodically see sets offered on ebay. |
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| Author: | dzsmith [ Tue Apr 19, 2016 3:48 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mesquite |
Iv'e used for solid bodies and fretboards, but not acoustic back and sides. You live in the best State to find it Mark! Look for local wood sawyers. The Woodcraft in Austin has a pile of boards. I frequently see it on Craigslist as well. Someone here posted a Mesquite acoustic, but I cannot remember who. I love the stuff! DZ |
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| Author: | Rodger Knox [ Wed Apr 20, 2016 3:28 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mesquite |
You mean something like this? Attachment: IMG_0287.JPG Back, sides, and outside neck laminations are mesquite. |
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| Author: | Laidback1 [ Fri Apr 22, 2016 5:03 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mesquite |
DZ will probably do just that (have some one resaw some). Stupid question. If I have sets resawed, how long do I need to sticker and leave stacked before using? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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| Author: | dzsmith [ Sat Apr 23, 2016 9:51 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mesquite |
Mark, I've cut 1/2" thick planks and used it in 6 months. During the summer, my shop is around 100F, so it dries quickly. I've never had a problem with cupping or twisting. The stuff dries well. My logs are usually 12-16" diameter. Any larger and I cannot move them. I half the logs with a chainsaw. My resaw capability is 8" max. I don't saw much, it's rough on my bandsaw and blade. Dan |
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| Author: | Jason Rodgers [ Sat Apr 23, 2016 10:05 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mesquite |
When I was in Tucson last month I looked up local mills that sell mesquite. This guy is like the Goby Walnut of Arizona. http://www.kingmesquite.com/ Didn't have a chance to visit, but I've got him bookmarked. |
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| Author: | Steve Frady [ Sat Apr 23, 2016 9:58 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mesquite |
I have built three acoustics with Mesquite backs and sides. Finding trees that are big enough and straight enough for guitar sets is rare. I am always on the look out for a tree or large board. I found a board this week that produced four sets. The tap tone is not very lively at all, but you can use that to your advantage I suppose. I have read that it is one of the most stable woods in the world. It is very pleasant to work with. |
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| Author: | Rodger Knox [ Thu Apr 28, 2016 12:48 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mesquite |
Steve Frady wrote: I have built three acoustics with Mesquite backs and sides. Finding trees that are big enough and straight enough for guitar sets is rare. I am always on the look out for a tree or large board. I found a board this week that produced four sets. The tap tone is not very lively at all, but you can use that to your advantage I suppose. I have read that it is one of the most stable woods in the world. It is very pleasant to work with. That depends on where you look. I got a couple of stair treads here:http://www.mesquitefloors.com/stair-components/ That was enough for the jumbo pictured and another smaller guitar. I must add that one of the two boards I got had some significant bad spots. I don't know how far you are from Floresville, but it might be worth a drive. |
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| Author: | Laidback1 [ Fri Apr 29, 2016 4:35 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mesquite |
Rodger Dang, Floresville is not far at all. Will drive by and take s look. Thanks for the link Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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