Honduran Mahogany Concert Uke

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Allen
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Honduran Mahogany Concert Uke

Post by Allen » Tue Jul 08, 2014 4:24 pm

I decided after never getting a request for an instrument with out trim, that I'd simplify my pricing structure and build something that represents what a client can expect at the entry level.

I built a couple of these for stock and finally had time to get some photo's. It was far too cold this morning to go out to the workshop, so stayed indoors and got some of those chores I've been putting off done. Never thought that I'd find 12 C too cold, but it looks like the tropics have made me soft.

Body - Honduran Mahogany, harvested in the 1960's
Neck - Spanish Cedar
Fret Board - Indian Rosewood
Bridge - Indian Rosewood
Peg Head Overlays - Indian Rosewood
Bindings - Indian Rosewood
Rosette - Spalted Mango and Paua
Tuners - Grover Sta-Tites
Strings - South Coast Ukes
Finish - Mirotone Satin

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Re: Honduran Mahogany Concert Uke

Post by Mark G » Tue Jul 08, 2014 8:00 pm

Allen,

I really love the elegant simplicity of your inlay. A lovely job once again.

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Re: Honduran Mahogany Concert Uke

Post by DarwinStrings » Sat Jul 12, 2014 11:55 am

Not so much soft Allen, just hardened to the heat. I am sure I would get less whining about the heat from you if you visited compared to the occasional visit from a southern mate. They seem to melt a little in the humidity.

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Re: Honduran Mahogany Concert Uke

Post by soulman » Sun Jul 13, 2014 6:40 pm

Hi Allen.
I think your clients would be very happy with an entry level Uke looking that good. Good job as always.
I would like to have 12 deg in the morning. We've been down to -2 deg. This week coming is supposed to be another cold one. :)

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