CHEAP and EASY DIY sheet metal pickguard!
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- Опубликовано: 25 авг 2024
- I've always wanted to make a metal pickguard, so I gave it a shot and it turned out great! I learned a few tricks along the way, I hope this inspires you to give it a try as well. Here are the tools and materials I used to make this pickguard:
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Sheet metal:
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Sheet metal nibbler drill attachement (BEST TOOL EVER!):
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Penetrol (for rust prevention):
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Minwax Satin Poly Spray (to protect from scratching):
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RIP Dan's wife's steel wool. The finish on that tele looks amazing!
As a contractor I am humbled as I have never known of a nibbler.
Sweet. I dig learnin'.
Loved the cameo! You should have her on more often. The pickguard looks great, and I'm interested in seeing how your silver technique is done. You're continuing to raise your build level!
Thanks man!
Don't ever take your wife's steel wool again. She might sprinkle steel wool shavings on your sheets. Ouch!
Wife appearance on the video is legendary!
Now I can build a pick-guard for my project strat.
I think it’s time Dan... Build a complete guitar from scratch?
Absolutely
And build your own wood first
Wanmohan lol he can grow it.
@@johnwallace2319 Woah, that will take longer than Project Binky!
he kinda already did, where he had an aussie make it from woods you can get at home depot. It's 100% homemade, but he did not make it himself
I watched this video maybe 50 times, and ended up doing my own steel pickguard on my DIY kit. The nibbler is a very unforgiving tool, but on my third attempt, I was able to come up with something I liked. I decided to stop at the "too pretty" result of the rotary sander, and I applied the rust proofing you mentioned, but a layer of Renaissance Wax made the pickguard feel and look wonderful. In fact it looked so good, I had to do a custom truss rod cover and rear compartment cover too (SG style guitar). Thank you for the inspiration, and double thank you for the demonstration.
Forgot to mention for anyone else wanting to try it. The Poly will remove the conductivity, so to ground the pickguard you will need to sand it back in at least one place. Also, research indicates that it will drain some of the high end, but I am not finding that on my practical example. Finally, this is in fact a fantastic canvas for some engraving work, the result looks awesome.
The great thing is, that everyone can use this knowledge for pretty much every metalwork.
Seriously. I wish I have known about that nibbler years ago.
OMG I've been wanting to make a metal pick guard but honestly wasn't sure how to cut one out. So this has been very very helpful. Thank you soooo much.
dude your pretty darn creative. Very cool way of doing this project!
Welcome wife of Dan! We did not know we needed you. You make guns and guitars more well rounded. And funnier.
I literally just bought this weird old bass that had uniquely shaped metal covers that I’ve been looking on the internet to replace because because they are super super rusted and grimy and have had no luck but thank god you figured this out cause it solves my problem
Awesome!
I worked in sheet metal for 2 years and NO ONE owned a nibbler!! As soon as i took up guitars as a hobby i found out about them. Would have been so handy! Gonna get one
Glad this showed up 3 years later.
That's awesome! My son made me a pickguard out of some aluminum diamond plate I had sitting around for a pretendocaster we were buidling. Turned out really cool.
That’s awesome, sounds like a knuckle bleeder! Lol I bet it looks awesome
@@GunsandGuitars lol nah its not too bad. yeah it looks badass
I've made one 2 years ago for one acoustic guitar that I still have, just turned out amazing
Omg I was really thinking of a sheet metal pick guard. This is awesome. I have seen nibblers like that at harbor freight when I worked there and I didn’t know what they were for
I to am a dan....and I to am about 2 things guns and guitars! Amazing build here well done dude I dig it
Thanks for the tip with the nibbler! I’ve been cutting copper pick guards by hand and have gotten away from that since it was way to time intensive. Well, new life to an old project. Thanks again!
Cool tool! Never heard of this magic nibbler before. Thanks!
Finally Mrs. Guns and Guitars! Been waiting for her to make an appearance.
Looking forward to that video on the finish!
It would be cool if you made a steampunk diy guitar or a futuristic metal diy guitar . It would also be cool if you used a Dremel engraving tool to make a cool design on the pick guard
My wife makes Steampunk clothes, she's always looking for a new way to improve her skills. This nibbler tool looks awesome.
Now my wife wants me to make a steampunk guitar.
@@GunsandGuitars I wish I had half of your talent, I imagine your Steampunk guitars would well at the conventions! Might be a good way to make some extra cash!
Sorry dan
Nice video! Clear and concise.
I love it! Incoming bass mod this weekend.
I thought clicking to the next videos from your last one was to a video showing installing the electronics. Though I had to watch this video again cause I received the sheet metal nibbler cutter 3 or 4 days ago and haven't used it cause I couldn't make out how it will cut. Lol. Watching the video again I see that it's not the tip that cuts (stupid me) lol. Yet this is amazing cause the rod doesn't look sharpened or that it will cut anything. It doesn't look like its a dangerous tool to use. That's a PLUS. Thanks again for sharing this. You Rock.
Yeah it’s a funky little tool! Doesn’t seem like it should work but it works amazing somehow
Looks great looking forward to the silver wood video
Man I haven't been building long and I've only managed to eek out three from raw timber kits (not including reno's), so I found you here doing your thang and it cracked me up as well as I'd have to say gave me the BEEEEST and most enjoyable advice watching your hack-jobs that 'worked so well'. Love It Dude, just SaWeeeeeT!
you're not gonna believe that i actually cut my first pickguard from thin wooden piece like 3 hours ago :D great video Dan!!
What an easy idea! I may have to do this for a backup pickguard for my tele!
Everyone needs a backup pickguard. You never know when you’ll need it 😂😂😂 haha definitely do it. So easy and fun
@@GunsandGuitars thanks Dan!
My guy, this was exactly what I've been looking for over the past few months. Awesome tutorial!
It’s a tetanus-caster
I think you are the only RUclipsr that I don't skip ads for :P love your videos Dan!
Thanks man! Those fractions of a penny eventually add up to dollars!
OH SNAP MRS. DAN WAS IN THE VIDEO!! SHOUT OUTS MRS. D!!
I love the tweaked format! Your wife's random appearances are hilarious! This is a great video about a cool technique. I'm definitely going to try this!
Dude... who knew. Great tool. Cheers! Chris.
I like to replace my pick guards often on my guitars. This is awesome, it gave me more ideas to build pickguards. Great job Dan. Thanks
That's the most adorable tool name since a cat's paw.
I wish I knew what A nibbler was before I spent an hour grinding/filing down a sheet of metal for a string thru plate.
Your enthusiasm bis infectious!
Stunning results.
Thanks for the link to the nibbler. :-)
Another great and informative video and I love Mrs G&G's little cameo there. Made me chuckle.
I had seen this tool before but didn’t know it worked so well. Now I’ll have to get one. Good find, Dan!
Awesome tip on that tool. Thanks to your videos, I just ordered my first bass kit tonight!!! Gonna cut my teeth on a cheap eBay kit before building a MIJ-style Jaguar bass. Thanks Dan!
Awesome! That’s the way to do it!
Man, i really enjoy watching ur videos
Thanks for the tips. I always like watching your vids.
Just ordered the Nibbler lol, thanks Dan, hope you get a percentage of the sales!
If you used my link in the description then yes I earned a commission. Thanks!
Hey! Finally something I can buy and get it delivered! I just need a new guitar kit to try it out!
Looks great. I might have to try this to replace the cracked pickguard on my Gibson Sonex 180!
Thanks for all your work, very inspiring.
Loved the video and loved you and wife. Your both so funny. This was a really cool idea and i can think of some other uses for being able to cut sheet metal this effectively. Thanks Dan.
Oh man, that pick guard is awesome!! I don't necessarily like metal pick guards though, so I'd probably use wood in all honesty.
That's gorgeous, Dan. Can't wait to see it finished, and what you'll do with the electronics.
absolutely stunning. HAVE to try this on a jazzmaster!!!
I've been waiting so long for this video, thanks man!
"Not my favorite steel wool! :(" Hilarious! Hope you gave it back to her.
Great video! Will be using this video in the future!
This is perfect. I've had an idea I've been working on in my head for some time, but I couldn't quite figure out how to get a metal pickguard to look the way I wanted. Now to spend more money on Amazon!
Haha story of my life!
What a great idea for making your own pick guard thanks for your time.
Man that's looking awesome! Can't wait to see how you did the wood finish!!
Been waiting for the work shop videos! I made my own pickguard from brass, looks great!
The pick guard looks awesome!!! That is so cool!
Been waiting for this one!! Great idea with the nibbler. I've been using those since the mid '80's for aircraft sheet metal work.
I like i,t very cool. I wonder what cold blueing would look like? I may have to try this. Thanks for the great video.
Try it and share please!
Guns and Guitars, I definitely will. You inspired some ideas like graining the metal with a belt sander too. Thanks again for the fun video. I really enjoy how you approach these projects.
I like it... l may need to try this out on the old rust bucket.
Do it! And send me pics!
Cool tool the sheet metal nibbler ☺
Nice looking PG, always a pleasure to see your work💪🏼🤘🏼👍🏼
Nice to see the person that keeps you in line and puts up with your crap!
Saw those cutters on infomercials when they first came out. I wonder if they would work well on plastic pick guard material? It would be a nice way to fit aftermarket Strat guards to Chinese odd-sized bodies.
I thinking the plastic would be too thick for it but I haven’t tried
Wow. Never seen anything like this. You made a Picking guard so nicely. Loved it.
Do build a whole guitar from scratch.
Sweet. Def going to use this
C'mon dude, you're a gun guy. Birchwood Casey Super Blue would look awesome! If the steel is carbon steel, you can get cool effects with vinegar, mustard, steak sauce, etc. I did a nice camo effect on a Mora Companion using just kitchen stuff.
This is an excellent idea. I'll have to try it on my next build.
Wife's fav towel😂so relatable!
Gotta try it out
Nice job Dan... thx
I have the exact same nibbler. Brilliant. I use diamond files to tidy up 🤩
Oh man I'm excited to see how the telecaster builds turnout, I'm currently building a tele of my own and I'm just waiting for my friend to finish painting it. Too much hype rn
always looking forward to your vids.
Honestly so sick and helpful 👌👌
Nice! Thanks Dan!
I love the pick guard! And the editing was hilarious!
great video. I really like that look on the back of the guitar. I want to try that on my next build. can't wait to see the processes on how to do that. great work.
That is really cool. I especially like learning about new tools, such as the cutting tool for your drill. On my next build I might try a metal pickguard. I don't know if I'll rust it, but your video gives me ideas. I'd like to paint a body in a color shift paint. I think a silver pickguard might look pretty cool. I've even thought about cutting an inlay groove so that the guard is flush with the body.
I'm always impressed with your creativity, man. Keep it coming!
Thanks!
Thats a ton of work!
we want a flying v bass kit demo
Great video I'll have to do this with my DIY guitar
did this! tho my axe is a little squealy and microphonic now, i def don't think it's a problem for me! love it love it love it
Wow!! That looks great! I can’t wait to try it!!
That nibbler is super cool Dan. And good call on the vice. I tried one with snips one but it was really difficult to get it smooth afterwards.
The nibbler tool is absolutely awesome! Would also have worked with a string bow saw
be nice to see the final build
Good stuff as always, Dan. And Dan's wife. Your next giveaway should include "Dan's wife's favorite steel wool" :-)
This would be great for old license plates
Very cool man. I never thought of having rust on a guitar!
Give her the steel wool back, you monster!
hey boss! Lookin' good! Next time try mustard, that's the ticket!
That looks awesome! The little nibbler is really cool. Lookin forward to the next video!👍😎🎸🎶
Thanks dartman!
@@GunsandGuitars yep!☺
Looks sick man
Hahaha man the wife edits are great 😂
That's a beautiful pickguard! I've only made some with plywood and painting them, they look good but this is a whole different style. Didn't know about that drill attachment, now I have to try it!
Wow it's amazing, Dan... I wanna make one also, but from a diamond plate..
Careful, that’ll be a knuckle shredder
Well Dan, you did it again! Great video, very informative and definitely came out great. When it is my turn, I do want to make some changes to the guitar I want you to built for me. And it's all your fault!!!! Lol have a great weekend!!! 😀