Thanks John, we appreciate your generosity. And thanks Todd for getting the ball rolling. If the creeks don't rise between now and then, I'll be there.
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| Author: | joe white(old) [ Mon Feb 25, 2008 2:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Mid-Atlantic OLF Open House is a GO! Thanks, John Hall! |
Hey Hesh? JJ? You guys up for another road trip? This sounds like a must see to me. |
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| Author: | JJ Donohue [ Mon Feb 25, 2008 3:20 pm ] |
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Been there...done it!!! But I never get tired of seeing John Hall...and I really want to meet Todd and the rest of the dudes on the east coast! I can't commit yet, but I do know that I won't do it in a round trip in one day. |
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| Author: | Terry Stowell [ Mon Feb 25, 2008 3:47 pm ] |
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I'll be there! Terry Stowell |
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| Author: | bluescreek [ Mon Feb 25, 2008 5:24 pm ] |
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this looks like we will have some fun. Anyone that wants to do a demo let todd or I know and we will get a schedule set up . We want to have some fun and If sylvan shows up he gets to break something in my shop john I will start with a bending demo from 10 to 10:30 the binding demo from 1 to 2 Inlay demos will be fun as we have 2 people to show different methods. what would you all like to see and we can try accomodate as many ideas as we can john |
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| Author: | Glenn LaSalle [ Mon Feb 25, 2008 5:51 pm ] |
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I would love to come if newbies are allowed (newbie builder, player for 30 yrs). I would love to meet John and the rest. I live in South NJ (outside Philly), and wouldn't mind giving any lifts. Thx! Glenn |
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| Author: | Don A [ Mon Feb 25, 2008 6:48 pm ] |
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Thanks John, we appreciate your generosity. And thanks Todd for getting the ball rolling. If the creeks don't rise between now and then, I'll be there.
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| Author: | jhowell [ Tue Feb 26, 2008 9:40 am ] |
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I'm going to try very hard to be there also. Thanks for putting this together John -- going to fun and informative. |
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| Author: | joe white(old) [ Tue Feb 26, 2008 10:07 am ] |
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JJ Donohue wrote: Been there...done it!!! I can't commit yet, but I do know that I won't do it in a round trip in one day. Wuss 
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| Author: | Jim Kirby [ Tue Feb 26, 2008 12:45 pm ] |
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Count me in! I'll have to see if I can get the next guitar strung up - maybe then someone can offer an opinion on why my classical guitar G strings are a little weak/dull. I'll ask John if there is anything I can bring as the date get's closer. If anyone near northern Delaware or in the Chester County area would like a ride, give a shout. Jim Kirby |
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| Author: | Hesh [ Tue Feb 26, 2008 1:03 pm ] |
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joe white wrote: Hey Hesh? JJ? You guys up for another road trip? This sounds like a must see to me. I don't tread water well enough to go to the mid-Atlantic besides Todd doesn't like me............ ![[uncle]](./images/smilies/surrenderflagqv6.gif "Uncle")
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| Author: | Jody [ Tue Feb 26, 2008 6:58 pm ] |
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Yeah! I would like to do that , am willing to car (truck if I drive) pool it with someone too! I live in the lower hudson valley of new york about 10 miles north of west point USMA. . Jody |
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| Author: | Terry Stowell [ Tue Feb 26, 2008 7:20 pm ] |
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what demos are we looking at presenting? Suggestions: French polishing, spray finishing, voicing, double mortice and tenon neck joinery (one for Sylvan, is he considering coming?) Binding headstocks, jigs & jig making, design geometry & layout, marketing, photography, Critiquing, etc. (I'd be happy to offer constructive criticism regarding fit, finish, design, playabilty, set-up, etc. Small fee per instrument) I'd suggest getting a tv monitor while videotaping. (Chris V. ?) Guys in back would be able to see (inlay) demos. Avoid crowding. |
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| Author: | bluescreek [ Tue Feb 26, 2008 8:54 pm ] |
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I am hoping to have a few surprises. Bring your jigs and how about a Ugly Guitar Contest.Lets see the first guitars you ever made. What ya think. My son has PA stuff so I hope we can have an open mic. I know I said 10 to 4 but I am not throwing anyone at if we are havin fun./ ANyone want to document this so we have an article for the ASIA magazine |
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| Author: | Mitch Cain [ Tue Feb 26, 2008 8:57 pm ] |
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I'd like to make the trip down as well. I'm in Northern CT - anyone from Mass/VT/NH/RI want to catch a ride give me a shout... |
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| Author: | Kahle M [ Tue Feb 26, 2008 10:06 pm ] |
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I enjoyed the 07 gathering mightily and will make every attempt to get to this one. I am in the Shenandoah Valley in VA if you VA MD types wanna hook up for the ride. |
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| Author: | Jim Kirby [ Wed Feb 27, 2008 8:59 am ] |
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bluescreek wrote: I am hoping to have a few surprises. Bring your jigs and how about a Ugly Guitar Contest.Lets see the first guitars you ever made. What ya think. My son has PA stuff so I hope we can have an open mic. I know I said 10 to 4 but I am not throwing anyone at if we are havin fun./ ANyone want to document this so we have an article for the ASIA magazine My first guitar was so ugly I have never even put strings on it. (I've been meaning to reset the neck forever). Maybe a demo from someone about steaming loose a neck joint?  I'd be glad to serve as note-taker and help put an article together. I figure I won't be the one doing much of the demo-ing so it would be a good use of my time. Jim |
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| Author: | Terry Stowell [ Wed Feb 27, 2008 11:15 am ] |
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Hi Jim, Post about the neck removal closer to the event. I have the steamer, needle, and neck removal jig. I am sure John does too, Martin fan that he is. That'd be a great demo, and you can get the neck reset started too. That'll get you over the first speed bump & encourage you on the neck angle reset. |
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| Author: | Todd Rose [ Wed Feb 27, 2008 12:13 pm ] |
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I'm going to try to work it out to go to this, in spite of the fact that I have gigs lined up for both the night before and that same night. If I can't get out of my Sat night gig, I'll have to leave the open house early. The good news is it's only 3 1/2 hours drive for me. |
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| Author: | bluescreek [ Wed Feb 27, 2008 6:38 pm ] |
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We can do the neck steam off and I hope we can do a neck set again john |
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| Author: | JWarwick [ Thu Feb 28, 2008 8:05 am ] |
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Todd--I love your subtle prods to try to get me out of my hermit's lair  Got the OK to attend from the boss yesterday, schedule's cleared etc., so I definitely plan on attending. I'd be happy to demo a neck reset. Or, I could do a French polish demo. Or a template-based rosette-making demo. Or ... ??? I'd also be really happy just being an anonymous face in the crowd, too! Regardless, I'll be there. John--thanks very much for hosting! I look forward to seeing you and the "gang" again ... Jim |
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| Author: | Glenn LaSalle [ Thu Feb 28, 2008 9:42 am ] |
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I would love to see a french polish demo. Then again, as a new 1st time builder, every topic would be good to see . Since I can not contribute in the "show and tell" part, John/Todd, if there is anything administrative or anything else that I can do to help, please let me know. Thanks! Glenn |
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| Author: | Mitch Cain [ Thu Feb 28, 2008 9:46 am ] |
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James - I'd LOVE to see a rosette making demo... I'll re-iterate - anybody in the CT/NH/VT/MA/RI areas that want to ride on down with me, PM me and lets set it up. I already have one pickup along the way (right Jody?) and would just a soon make a carpool out of it. |
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| Author: | Todd Rose [ Thu Feb 28, 2008 10:12 am ] |
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A few things off the top of my head I'd love to see demos of: Epoxy pore-filling. French polishing. Fine points of set-up (e.g. slotting and ramping bridge pin holes, nut slots, etc - getting these things exactly right with efficiency and finesse). Some kind of overview of steps involved in constructing and binding/purfling florentine cutaways and body bevels. |
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| Author: | jwsamuel [ Thu Feb 28, 2008 2:17 pm ] |
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The one weekend I have plans! Jim |
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| Author: | Guest [ Thu Feb 28, 2008 4:12 pm ] |
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A BIG TANK YOU TO GRIZZLY TOOLS . THEY HAVE PROVIDED A NICE DOOR PRIZE Looking forward to seeing everyone john |
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