Instrument details: Andy Rosic - Classical guitar

Measuring the back during thicknessing

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With the rosette fitted, the soundhole can be cut

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Gluing the smaller front braces

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These smaller braces are shaped before the larger transverse braces are glued

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Shaping the headstock using chisels and gouges

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Shaping the heel - a template is useful to ensure symmetry

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The bulk removal starts with a chisel

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Assembly begins by gluing the neck to the front in the solera

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Planing the ebony fingerboard to dimension

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Gluing the end graft. This will be mitred into the corner decoration

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Fitting the bindings

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Setting the action at the nut

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Applying the French polish finish

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Andy's finished guitar

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Andy with his completed guitar

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