2 questions, first Where do I find one of those Swiss army planers?? That thing is awesome. Second what type of woodwork background do you have, or have you always been a luthier? I’ve been a custom furniture craftsman/designer for 8 years and recently took on the project of making my own Les Paul. Through all my research I must say your 12 part series has been the most informational. Very quality work
Love watching the videos, and not trying to sound like a smart @$$ but, after tapping the wood to hear the sound, do you ever have a case where you tap it and say nope, no good.... and not use the wood? Especially given the cost of it.
I'm stoked. Thanks for filming this Freddy. Did you notice your calculation mistake at 09:07-ish? No big deal, the result is still well within your tolerance.
Excellent video series! Couldn’t put it down. I have always wanted to build my own axe and this was very inspiring. Amazing how a few cuts of lumber can be crafted into a work of art. I would have liked to see more on the electronics but I’d wager the camera became tedious. I was curious about the serial numbers. Did you start the series at #00001 or is that a designated serial provided by Les Paul? Thank you for sharing
Freddy, do u have a set time u allow the wood to rest before proceeding to the next step? Does clamping the wood help to keep it stable or will it move no matter what when unclamped? Do u measure and monitor the moisture content of the wood? Thx.
Hey Johnny! My wood is stored in a climate controlled room. It's always 20 degrees Celsius and 45% relative humidity. Clamping the wood will not keep it stable, as it reaches equilibrium it will shrink, twist and move where it wants to. Thanks for the comment!
Hey Freddy love your work. Can you send me a piece of Mahogany 1-3/4 x 1-1/2 x 6 inch and then slot it 90 degrees on one end and 20 degrees on the ope sit end for a fret file?
Undoubtedly a scarf joint if it's done correctly.
Enjoying this series a lot!
Great work, Freddy. Thanks for this.
Not your first trip around the block, I'm guessing. I'm always very impressed by people who truly know their craft. You do.
2 questions, first Where do I find one of those Swiss army planers?? That thing is awesome. Second what type of woodwork background do you have, or have you always been a luthier? I’ve been a custom furniture craftsman/designer for 8 years and recently took on the project of making my own Les Paul. Through all my research I must say your 12 part series has been the most informational. Very quality work
Always some interesting ideas. Thanks !!
The secret to all of this is in the “what’s cookin’... “ note pad.
this is awesome. very nice work.
excellent thanks so much for posting these!!
Love watching the videos, and not trying to sound like a smart @$$ but, after tapping the wood to hear the sound, do you ever have a case where you tap it and say nope, no good.... and not use the wood? Especially given the cost of it.
What are the measures for the body and the neck ? Thank you...
Thanks for taking the time to do this Freddy. Very educational.
If you don't mind my asking, are these three Les Pauls made to order?
Which makes a stronger neck/headstock? One-piece or scarf joint?
Quite impressive sir!
I'm stoked. Thanks for filming this Freddy.
Did you notice your calculation mistake at 09:07-ish? No big deal, the result is still well within your tolerance.
I saw that too. Point 797 vs point 979. But you're right still within tolerances.
I noticed that too... but he punched it in right... just misspoke as he did.
Excellent video series! Couldn’t put it down. I have always wanted to build my own axe and this was very inspiring. Amazing how a few cuts of lumber can be crafted into a work of art. I would have liked to see more on the electronics but I’d wager the camera became tedious. I was curious about the serial numbers. Did you start the series at #00001 or is that a designated serial provided by Les Paul?
Thank you for sharing
I love these seried
Love these videos
Freddy, do u have a set time u allow the wood to rest before proceeding to the next step? Does clamping the wood help to keep it stable or will it move no matter what when unclamped? Do u measure and monitor the moisture content of the wood? Thx.
Hey Johnny! My wood is stored in a climate controlled room. It's always 20 degrees Celsius and 45% relative humidity. Clamping the wood will not keep it stable, as it reaches equilibrium it will shrink, twist and move where it wants to. Thanks for the comment!
Hey Freddy love your work. Can you send me a piece of Mahogany 1-3/4 x 1-1/2 x 6 inch and then slot it 90 degrees on one end and 20 degrees on the ope sit end for a fret file?
This is great!!
FYI cutting with blade tilt towards fence is a big nono.
Not in this case. If you notice , I didn't cut the piece all the way through. That makes the difference.
its MegaCool work!
Wealth of info.thanks
The scale brand is "Precisa". Do you know what it means in spanish ? It means "accurate"... what a coincidence... LOL !!!
Spider @9:40.
ha! Actually I think that's a reflection of a leaf blowing by...;)
@@FreddysFrets Nice Build Freddy, what was the final weight for the 2.89 lbs/bft body blank?