Look at that fine piece of Ash

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Posted on Sep 05 2023 03:06 PM

Bought this swamp ash body blank from someone who used to build guitars and is now selling his leftovers. It's beautiful and has been stashed away for 10 years. A steal at 75 euro. My second Jazzmaster body is coming up...!

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Redfeather

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Posted on Sep 05 2023 05:03 PM

This is some sweet curvy ash, to be sure.

Maybe it would warrant doing the no-pickguard style build?

You could even get fancy and split the wood and flip one side to get some S-curves in there to sort of echo what's going on with the guitar controls. Like so:

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Redfeather

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Posted on Sep 05 2023 05:09 PM

Although it looks cool as-is too.

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Joelman

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Posted on Sep 05 2023 09:45 PM

It’s a great looking piece of wood.
Is it good and dried?
How much does it weigh?

Joel

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DrippyReverbTremolo

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Posted on Sep 06 2023 02:33 PM

Redfeather wrote:

This is some sweet curvy ash, to be sure.

Maybe it would warrant doing the no-pickguard style build?

You could even get fancy and split the wood and flip one side to get some S-curves in there to sort of echo what's going on with the guitar controls.

Your design had me thinking all day. But to me the pickguard really finishes the JM look. I will go for a translucent finish. Hoping to find a stain in one of the vintage colours and finish it with clear lacquer or shellac.

What software did you use to make those designs?

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DrippyReverbTremolo

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Posted on Sep 06 2023 02:37 PM

Joelman wrote:

It’s a great looking piece of wood.
Is it good and dried?
How much does it weigh?

Joel

Thanks, yes I love it looks to be going fast while standing still. It lay on a shelf for the past 10 years. It weighs 4.4 Kg or 9.7Lbs. I guesstimate the body will be 3.5 Lbs.

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DrippyReverbTremolo

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Posted on Sep 06 2023 02:38 PM

This stain is pretty much the colour I had in mind! Your text to link here...

Last edited: Sep 06, 2023 15:28:27

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Redfeather

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Posted on Sep 06 2023 03:24 PM

I agree with you regarding pickguards. Here's another shot with one included. Obviously this isn't a stock Fender layout and my model is missing the control plate, for some reason.

The program is Sketchup. A marvelous creation!

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DrippyReverbTremolo

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Posted on Sep 06 2023 03:34 PM

Redfeather wrote:

I agree with you regarding pickguards. Here's another shot with one included. Obviously this isn't a stock Fender layout and my model is missing the control plate, for some reason.

The program is Sketchup. A marvelous creation!

Cool, thanks!

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Redfeather

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Posted on Sep 06 2023 05:54 PM

Well, since I've uploaded so many already, I might as well get the color right with one last version!

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DrippyReverbTremolo

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Posted on Sep 07 2023 12:06 AM

Legend!

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DrippyReverbTremolo Joined: Mar 11, 2023 Posts: 134	Posted on Sep 05 2023 03:06 PM Bought this swamp ash body blank from someone who used to build guitars and is now selling his leftovers. It's beautiful and has been stashed away for 10 years. A steal at 75 euro. My second Jazzmaster body is coming up...! Top
Redfeather Joined: Jul 30, 2016 Posts: 881	Posted on Sep 05 2023 05:03 PM This is some sweet curvy ash, to be sure. Maybe it would warrant doing the no-pickguard style build? You could even get fancy and split the wood and flip one side to get some S-curves in there to sort of echo what's going on with the guitar controls. Like so: Top
Redfeather Joined: Jul 30, 2016 Posts: 881	Posted on Sep 05 2023 05:09 PM Although it looks cool as-is too. Top
Joelman Joined: Sep 07, 2006 Posts: 1482 Redlands, CA	Posted on Sep 05 2023 09:45 PM It’s a great looking piece of wood. Is it good and dried? How much does it weigh? Joel Top
DrippyReverbTremolo Joined: Mar 11, 2023 Posts: 134	Posted on Sep 06 2023 02:33 PM Redfeather wrote: This is some sweet curvy ash, to be sure. Maybe it would warrant doing the no-pickguard style build? You could even get fancy and split the wood and flip one side to get some S-curves in there to sort of echo what's going on with the guitar controls. Your design had me thinking all day. But to me the pickguard really finishes the JM look. I will go for a translucent finish. Hoping to find a stain in one of the vintage colours and finish it with clear lacquer or shellac. What software did you use to make those designs? Top
DrippyReverbTremolo Joined: Mar 11, 2023 Posts: 134	Posted on Sep 06 2023 02:37 PM Joelman wrote: It’s a great looking piece of wood. Is it good and dried? How much does it weigh? Joel Thanks, yes I love it looks to be going fast while standing still. It lay on a shelf for the past 10 years. It weighs 4.4 Kg or 9.7Lbs. I guesstimate the body will be 3.5 Lbs. Last edited: Sep 06, 2023 15:33:33 Top
DrippyReverbTremolo Joined: Mar 11, 2023 Posts: 134	Posted on Sep 06 2023 02:38 PM This stain is pretty much the colour I had in mind! Your text to link here... Last edited: Sep 06, 2023 15:28:27 Top
Redfeather Joined: Jul 30, 2016 Posts: 881	Posted on Sep 06 2023 03:24 PM I agree with you regarding pickguards. Here's another shot with one included. Obviously this isn't a stock Fender layout and my model is missing the control plate, for some reason. The program is Sketchup. A marvelous creation! Top
DrippyReverbTremolo Joined: Mar 11, 2023 Posts: 134	Posted on Sep 06 2023 03:34 PM Redfeather wrote: I agree with you regarding pickguards. Here's another shot with one included. Obviously this isn't a stock Fender layout and my model is missing the control plate, for some reason. The program is Sketchup. A marvelous creation! Cool, thanks! Top
Redfeather Joined: Jul 30, 2016 Posts: 881	Posted on Sep 06 2023 05:54 PM Well, since I've uploaded so many already, I might as well get the color right with one last version! Top
DrippyReverbTremolo Joined: Mar 11, 2023 Posts: 134	Posted on Sep 07 2023 12:06 AM Legend! Top

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