50 Tools You Need To Have If You Are Going To Build Guitars... Part 1

If you had to choose 50 tools to get you through the rest of your life as a guitar builder what would they be? You don’t need to go broke buying tools if you know a few secrets like what tools you really need and what to do with each tool. This list will be loaded with multi-taskers so you can get started right away. I have also included lots of Amazon links to help get you started. I didn’t realize it but many of these links will save you some serious coin too.
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[@alexanderhobson3526]

Just an outstanding video! Came across your template video and started to check out more. You are a fantastic no BS presenter and teacher, probably the best on the Internet. Please keep making more! Can't wait to see what others you have in the can already. Thanks so much!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Much appreciated brotherman

[@JayValente]

Well, I'm buying a pin router cause I can use it for a LOT more than just building guitars, and I loved using it during the class. Still love my router table, but the pin router is badass!!!!

[@alejandrosaquisalces6284]

Congratulations on your channel and content, it is not only thoroughly informative and helpful, but also entertaining as hell.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Glad you enjoy it my friend

[@sean4586]

Thanks Matt This was Great! Especially giving alternative options for each tool.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks for watching Sean, I'm having fun with this so far

[@hogie1259]

Damn it Matt, where was this video a year and a half ago when I started building my own guitars. A lot of trial and error on my end. Lesson # 1) if you're an automotive mechanic, leave those tools in the garage and buy wood working tools!!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Hi J.T. thanks for watching, I'm sure you have some cross over there.

[@MegaGuitarpicker]

Oily car tools will make you go crazy when finishing. Also wax stays at a separate area of my shop. I even wash my hands before working with wood. Finishing sucks and compromising it with stray oils and waxes ain’t worth it. I make sure I have a fridge with at least a 12 pack in it also. Doing this kind of work will drive you to drink.

[@johnclark1925]

That light green/gold topped guitar on the right is just astounding...

[@agdtec]

I have several Palm routers which I use more than the big routers. They are easier to use and most of the time you not taking huge cuts requiring the power of the bigger routers. Most of the big cavities I route the edge of the cavity about a 1/8 or 3/16ths and then use Forstner bits to remove the bulk. Then switch back to the router to finish the cavity. To me using a 3 14/ hp router freehand in an expensive piece of figured wood is a good way to end up with expensive mistakes. I like a router table or your pin router for controlling the high horsepower routers.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Those are great tools too. I think people should have lots of routers of all different shapes and sizes.

[@YeOldeThrashDude]

Great list so far! I have to suggest Philadelphia luthier tools for the nut files. The tapered set works great, will save you some cash overall, and is pretty durable.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks Kirk, I'll have to check them out I am not familiar with them. Maybe they would sponsor my channel?

[@Ibaneddie76]

I here you on the pin router, its like the belt or drum sander you don't really need it to build guitars but once you have one there ain't no going back.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

There will be some big-ticket items for sure and you might be surprised at some of my picks this first 10 aren't very controversial.

[@jdl2180]

Thanks I love your Channel

[@alectronicmail]

“50 tools needed to make guitars”...yet you failed to mention the most important one! That bottle opener tool behind at the start of the video! I’m sure we all know...it’s takes a lot of good beer to make great guitars! 👍 Another great video, thanks guys!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Good call my friend, I like your style

[@mr.esabsurditiesatrocities1805]

Rule #0 or #51: Have a bottle opener handy. Dealing with guitarists will make you drink. And yes, the Pin Router should be on if it’s that important to your method.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Hell, I could just about do it all with those two tools!

[@qasperr994]

@@TexasToastGuitars hello. Is there a part 2?

[@okiwatashi2349]

Come on guys, you should be able to open a beer bottle with anything! The edge of your bench if you’re in a pinch!

[@pietrocester1550]

Hi Matt, this is Pietro from Italy ... your videos are just awesome! I’m about to start my first build and I do not know how many hours i’ve already spent watching you but i’m not able to find the other parts of this topic about must have tools, can u help me? Thank you

[@ConstrutorMusical]

About the saw sharppenig, look for Paul sellers' videos... This onde should bê a cross-saw Pattern wirhout interlocking....

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I'll check it out, thanks my friend.

[@jppagetoo]

I am sure these will come in later episodes but you asked for input. So here are some general shop tools I find useful for guitar building: screw drivers (every size and end type you can get), razor knife, SAE and metric hex wrenches, SAE and metric combination wrench sets, small carpenters square, 6" machinist rule, tape measure, an accurate caliper, reamer, center punch, small hammer (not a framing hammer!), full set of drill bits. I don't even want to get into power tools just about every woodworking power tool in existance is helpful and makes the work easier, faster, and more accurate.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Yep, there will be another 4 of these videos and maybe even a few honorable mentions. Thanks for watching jppagetoo

[@pulaski1]

I think I already have everything on your list 50-41, except for the nut files. I will be looking out for the rest of this series, but so far you haven't given me any reasons not to get started on my first guitar. :- /

[@flapjack413]

LOL, that is one of my all time favorite Hank Hill quotes!

[@markgordon4368]

I enjoyed every second of that well done, I don't know how many takes you did but it must have crippled you to be that pleasant 😂😂😂😂

[@TexasToastGuitars]

It took a long time

[@markgordon4368]

😉👍

[@billjackson6385]

I found a sweet fret slot saw .23 on Amazon 14.00 bucks. Not sold as a f re t saw. But it's nice.

[@madcapmotherrecords6245]

Your channel would blow up more if you had a guitar intro music competition....I only say that because of interaction ... if you want players and new guitar builders to love your guitars than lets hear them !!!! I think I've only heard one ? I've been playing guitar for 37 years and I want to help your channel .... If we are (joe public) why would we BUY if we do not hear them .... PRS at least where proud to tone test... That being said I love what you do and support.... Who doesn't build guitars these days !!!!!!!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I don't know how to take that

[@tomseadon9965]

As far as sharpening a dovetail saw, it can be done with jewelers files, but it takes a lot of patience and time! Probably easier to just buy a new one. I’ve sharpened other saw utilizing this method, and it takes a good while, to do it right. Can’t rush it.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

You got that right

[@paulblackman3936]

I use jewelers files to cut nuts, Very precise, good value too as they are diamond coated.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Good idea Paul.

[@barryhaynes103]

Matt, I’ve found the best way to sharpen a handsaw is to have a sharpening service sharpen it for me. They have all of the sharpening tools and make quick work of sharpening saw blades, router bits, hand saws, shaper bits, etc. and for a reasonable price compared to what professional saw sharpening equipment costs ... just an opinion of mine ...

[@TexasToastGuitars]

That is good advice for sure. We send out all our cutting bits too

[@cathalwhelehan]

is there a part 2 yet? Just searched "50 Tools..." on your channel and no show. Loved this part by the way.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I keep meaning to do the other 40 tools. I'll try to remember to get started, I really want to finish this up... though I am pretty sure there are going to be some controversial choices

[@Today_I_Want_To]

@@TexasToastGuitars Still waiting :)

[@ChickNGuitars]

Patting myself on the back because I own the majority of this list after a logical brainstorming session and a trip to harbor freight. I got a workbench and my husband had a bunch of goodies in the cart and the damage was >$500. Also #1 PPE!!! A respirator always beats a dust mask and eye glasses aren't safety goggles. These lessons have been learned the hard way. Question: how did you get started in luthiery? Did you apprentice at all or just dive in? When did you cross over from hobby to business? You know what...I'm getting all Barbara Walter's here. Let me know if you put out a Q&A video or do a live stream for these sort of interrogations 😋

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Hi guitargirlkb good to hear from you. I got started back in the 80's and I went to Roberto-Venn in 89, I was an apprentice for a guy here in Colorado in the early 90's. I would love to do a live stream, do you think people would watch?

[@ChickNGuitars]

@@TexasToastGuitars Hell yea! When people can interact and ask direct questions it's an instant party and the clock spins faster.

[@aevoguitars2576]

hi matt, i think you can now call yourself a master luthier? some people in the uk over use the term..with little training

[@nsjguitarsakascotsman6989]

So far I've just used a pre slotted fretboard and pre slotted nuts, I just file the back to get them to the right height. It's a money thing and also not sure if I want to make loads of guitars or just play them better lol

[@TexasToastGuitars]

That is a good way to go too

[@robertgraf9265]

There's a feather file for sharpening Japanese saws. You should be able to find a sharpening jig to go along with the feather file.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Good to know, the saws aren't that cost prohibitive but they do add up

[@hobiecat901]

Love to watch your videos. You can be funny, Thanks.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks so much Russell

[@HBSuccess]

Uh Matt - that ‘English’ saw is not a dovetail saw - it’s an undercut saw. The handle swivels so you can cut both sides of a door opening. I’m betting that on only has teeth set to one side- so it’ll cut casing and jambs without scratching the floor. Google it!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Why would I google it... I have y'all

[@jeffreybuckingham3782]

Have You checked out the Music Nomad Gauged Nut file sets? Diamond Abrasive, small ergonomic shape, that cuts and leaves a smooth slot very quickly.✌

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Not yet!

[@jeffreybuckingham3782]

@@TexasToastGuitars I think You will like them.

[@madcapmotherrecords6245]

The podcast is kinda working !!! but huge fan anyway !!!!!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I like the podcasts

[@shaynerushton214]

Ha! I knew you were gonna mention the pin router!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

That should have been a given

[@jackbyrd4921]

Would Harbor Freight router table work? I like some of their tool but leary about most. What about their routers as well?

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I have never used a Harbor Freight router

[@Marksleftboot1]

PPE makes you look cool? Seriously though, great idea Matt!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

That's why all the kids wear it these days

[@Marksleftboot1]

I don't know the kids you're talking about, they for the most part they have smartphones that you can't separate them from! Saying that I still have all ten fingers so I must be doing something right!

[@lloydpittonet]

Gotta know: how did you bring in the kerf on the dovetail saw? I've got one that does an ok job, but could be better. Oh, and FYI: you use a triangular file, and every ounce of your patience to sharpen the teeth on your dovetail saws.

[@donvanco3078]

A hammer. Literally pound the teeth flat. It's a pretty old "practice". Obviously you can't get a kerf any slimmer than the thickness of the teeth themselves.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Yep, just like Don said, with a hammer and a backer block. I think I might just buy a new pull saw... I don't have much patience left these days hahaha

[@Bob_at_OZDiggzguitars]

That is because "damnit Matt, Your not a good Doctor!" (ok, I'll stop)

[@lloydpittonet]

@@donvanco3078 was hoping for an idea that was a little less cromagnon, but I'll take what I can get. Knowing my level of proficiency, I'll end up with dents all over. I'll wait till it's dull before trying this one.

[@donvanco3078]

This is a solution that won't require you to go full CroMag on anything, and won't break the bank. Most of the builders I know have a couple of these 'cause they're so cheap. www.harborfreight.com/12-in-flush-cut-saw-62118.html

[@hubertcarter837]

Hey Matt, we’re you once in an Interstate Battery commercial?

[@TexasToastGuitars]

No, Dr. Pepper commercial

[@hannaguitars]

Hey Matt, would you know where Mr.Flecther got that cool straight line tool, he uses on the last episode of his building a strat series ?

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I don't know who that is, do you have a link or a picture.

[@alexanderbergstrom]

If it's the zig-zag thingy you're referring to (which looks completely awesome) it's a really hard thing to get a hold of. I saw them on eBay, but the guy who makes them is out of stock. Sad face.

[@trevorvogler4661]

50 tools, hell could you buy me a lotto ticket, but cool

[@TexasToastGuitars]

You need to buy some tools if you want to build guitars

[@bryantcrawford214]

Hey bro love the video.im having a good time catching up on your channel.ill chime in on the nut files,everyone do not waist your money on those nut files from China off eBay.i did and they are not any good.the sizes are not correct.you could probably use them on bass guitars but for regular guitars they are useless.the sizes on them are way off for regular guitar nuts.i waisted my money on a whole kit for doing nut slots and set up stuff from one kit.and it did have a couple of useful things in it but on the whole it wasn't worth the money.on some tools your better off not to waist your time and go ahead and buy from stewmac or some other tool company.but my opinion if stay away from the cheep Chinese tools from eBay.you may get away on some things but tools that you need to be spot on when you build what your building I'd buy from stewmac or some other good repadible tool company.love your channel brother and I loved the episode where you made a guest appearance at maximum guitar works.id love to go to his school and get certified.thats my dream is to get certified and open my own guitar building shop and repair shop in Kingsport TN where I live. I love Texas to bro.ive done a lot of work there.all over the state of Texas.i used to work on prisons and jails for a living.I had a lot of good times in Houston lol.thats a wild party town.anyway I could talk forever.cheers buddy.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks so much for watching my friend. Glad to hear you are enjoying the videos. I need to finish this series some time soon hahaha

[@raoulduke8382]

Paul sellers has great saw sharpening videos.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Cool, I'll have to check them out.

[@donvanco3078]

Does this include the tool in front of the camera?? BWAHAHAHAHAH! (just kidding)

[@budandbean1]

Now that was pretty funny! 😃

[@donvanco3078]

Seriously tho - watching your vids has changed my mind about the "value" of a shaper. I dunno if you'll include it as an "essential" because they're huge and (can) cost a fortune, but for me it's my "next buy". Once I started to understand the "cutting physics" of router bits (mainly the shear angle of the cutting edge as it relates to the diameter of the tool) it became clear that having a 2 or 3 inch diameter cutting head (helical no less) was the ultimate path to smooth finishes "off the tool" and near zero tear-out on figured woods and wild grain. I do like the pin router - but I've yet to see one that was in my budget and available floor space. And I had to laugh at the comment about collecting routers. I've got 3 full size for "hand work", another in a table, and a Bosch trim router (which I love for cutting binding channels). One thing I'll mention to your viewers is that you can find a lot of good used tools locally via Craigslist. If you're patient you can find amazing deals - I landed a 16" bandsaw, an 8" jointer, a 13" planer, and an old Delta lathe for a grand just because the guy wanted it gone. It was the start of my shop! And two of my bigger routers came from Goodwill for next to nothing: www.shopgoodwill.com/ (under "Tools" if it's not obvious)

[@TexasToastGuitars]

It takes a special kind of tool to be in front of the camera. I think we are getting close to 250 videos now and it's a lot of work to bring these things to fruition even with the low budget stuff we have. The other day I got an email from a guy who wanted me to do videos on using tools "regular people" had. I don't think he was even a subscriber and must have thought that all I have to do all day is make videos. Then there is the guy that is convinced I worship the devil.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

That is good advise, you certainly don't have to buy this stuff new in box. My beloved pin router actually cost less then the shaper or the radius sander.

[@Bob_at_OZDiggzguitars]

What? you actually do stuff other than make videos?...what the heck? (snicker)

[@daddyosink4413]

How long have you been building Matt? I've been doing mods, repairs, and hot rods for 25+ years and have put together my fair share of Warmoths and Mighty Mites ..... really thinking about adding some tools and building custom instruments. I'm kind of late to the game at the age of 42, but hey.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Hey DaddyO, I built my first guitars in 1989 at Roberto-Venn. I ruined a lot of things before that and since then. If you are ready to start making your own guitars (regardless of your age)… I like your style. Time to star turning those dreams into realities You only go around once, you might as well have a cool guitar.

[@daddyosink4413]

@@TexasToastGuitars your vids have been instrumental (pun intended) in this decision.... I mean, I have most of the tools, so why not? I have thought many times "well... I can do THAT" , and like you say"if you're so smart, do it yourself" lol. I got started doing repairs at age 12 because I dropped my Tiesco hollow body and couldn't afford to take it to a shop.... so I bought some books, clamps, laquer, and Elmer's wood glue.

[@J__C__]

Might need to get myself some nut slotting saws. The Graph Tech nut I just put in last weekend isn't playing nice with these Daddario 9's I just bought. Sounds worse than a sitar. It makes an ear piercingly high sound. Never heard anything like it. Tried to adjust the nut a couple of times and the f&*#@$g string broke. Ugh!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

If you are going to buy any tools at all specific to guitar building or just work nut files are a great place to start

[@billjackson6385]

Weres part 2

[@hobo1958]

Hey man been thinking about joining the Patreon channel .......a video on your recommended 50 tool video series that only members can view on Patreon would really pump up donations to the channel.

[@74dartman13]

Thanks for the info. Matt. I gotta break down and spend the money on a decent set of nut files. I've been using a set of the little torch nozzle files. They work, but they take so long! As I do more builds, it makes sense to get the right tools...and stop being a cheap old bastard!😂

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Yeah, man get the good stuff and if you are like me you will be like "why did I wait this long to buy these".

[@74dartman13]

@@TexasToastGuitars yep! I was thinking the same thing!😀

[@johnhorning2506]

I think the pin router is pretty awesome (and I wish I had one), but I think it may be prohibitively expensive for most garage-shop builders.

[@agdtec]

If you look for used pin routers you can find some deals. But you can mount a regular router in a homemade pin router and it will work ok. But getting it to be ridged is the hard part. Here is just one such on youtube and what do you know he builds guitars. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rmnScpKlfa-CpNE and also this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYWzY5audtOjiLc Which is built from an old radial arm saw.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I'm not sure this list is going to be very wallet friendly. Having said that my beloved pin router is probably not going to make the list due to a lot of reasons. Actually I paid less than 1000 dollars for mine. Shipping was kinda spendy.

[@thedirtyknobs]

You can buy osrud for 500 if you have the room

[@denischambers930]

Please use handles on files and rasps. If you slip with a bare tang in your hand the consequences can be truly deadly. It costs only a few pence to make them safer, and more comfortable to use.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Good advice Denis but what the hell is a pence?

[@denischambers930]

Texas Toast Guitars. It is the plural of a 'penny'. In England it is an expression to mean something is very cheap. (Similar to only a few cents in the US)😀😀

[@denischambers930]

Incidentally I really appreciate your channel. An excellent place for good, and accurate, information on luthiery, without the overwhelming ego seen on some channels.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Thanks my friend

[@ashfinlayson]

I do it all on a 1/2" Ryobi plunge router 💪

[@TexasToastGuitars]

They make a good tool, I have been waiting for a few Ryobi routers to break for 6 or 7 years now so I can upgrade them... no dice.

[@ashfinlayson]

Texas Toast Guitars If it aint broke, we don't fix it!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Ash Finlayson "If it ain't broke, don't break it baby..." Bootsy Collins

[@steveredenbaugh9058]

I noticed you didn`t mention our friends at Rockler... The girlfriend has many of these tools... Goggles, Clamps, Chisels (but she uses the other end if ya know what I mean), tools for Nuts (but they aren`t files) and ball gags.. oh wait you didn`t say that one

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Still haven't set foot inside a Rockler... I don't even open their mailers.

[@unclejack123]

good video but, I believe a "back saw" is one that cuts on the Back or Pull stroke as opposed to the Push or Fwd. stroke .............. just sayin' ................... ;-p

[@TexasToastGuitars]

A "Back Saw" is a type of saw with a reinforced back edge that keeps the thin blade from being distorted. It can be oriented such that the push or the pull stroke does the cutting

[@unclejack123]

@@TexasToastGuitars I stand corrected .....

[@kenairockband]

I would recommend a Shinto file rasp

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I understand that people people like them but I am not one of those people. As always, you got to go with the tool that you like

[@kenairockband]

@@TexasToastGuitars I agree with you there. For myself; it’ a personal favorite so I spread the word. I am loving your videos and had I not moved to Alaska from Golden last year; I would be down there at your shop every other day either pestering you guys for advice or sweeping your floors

[@dsnyder613]

Glad to see you drinking a real beer. ; )

[@TexasToastGuitars]

The older I get the less beer I can drink. My sister was in town recently and loaded me up.

[@dsnyder613]

Matt at our age it should be quality over quantity.

[@ResoBridge]

Wood rasp + handle?

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Always a good idea

[@engleharddinglefester4285]

You actually only need six tools: ones, fives, tens, twenties, fifties, and hundreds.

[@evilutionltd]

Knocking on the doors of 2 years ago. Part 2?

[@TexasToastGuitars]

We have started a few tool videos to supplement the original

[@dougdeeper2537]

What?!?! No mention of an old laptop turned into a jukebox, running through pawnshop speakers, blasting all your favorite tunes?!?! Come to think of it, maybe that’s a safety issue! 🤔🤣

[@TexasToastGuitars]

There will be another 4 of these videos and maybe even a few honorable mentions.

[@Damaged262]

Heard a rumor tonight there might be a part 2, eh, eh?

[@TexasToastGuitars]

There are a few more parts to this, I'll try to make these happen sooner rather than later

[@dalgguitars]

PPE! Your body is one of the softest thing in the shop.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

When you are right you are right DALG

[@AndrewScott1762]

The one dislike is from Brad Angrove

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Who?

[@ArturBrzozowski444]

I should buy myself a router and set of nutfiles

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I think that is a great idea

[@paulblackman3936]

The "German" saw is reversible to turn it into a Pull saw Matt! Check out the angle of the teeth my friend.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I'll go look at it now, I really need to update these videos... I can't remember what was in this one

[@thatellipsisguy8984]

3:34 they also make you look ready to go snorkeling...

[@TexasToastGuitars]

HAHAHA

[@5hredder]

ya know, super glue is wharrrter proof; if you are making an aqua bass, you gotta use CA

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I'll take it under advisement

[@5hredder]

Texas Toast Guitars not sure what you mean by"under advisement" though, i'd imagine that eventually my CA jokes will get old, if not already. haha i wonder how long the low e string on a bass would resonate under water though, I think the lower frequencies would ring longer though. however, it would probably be like 1-2 seconds at most.

[@BoudreauGuitars]

...or soup! Lol

[@TexasToastGuitars]

You need way more than 50 tools to build soup

[@wjombat]

Hank Hill rules.

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Totally, I just ordered a KFM mug (Killed Fitty Men)

[@wjombat]

@@TexasToastGuitars is it shaped like the skull of a nazi?

[@user-bd9bc3dm8k]

PINROUTER RULES!!!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

Lord knows I love it!

[@Bob_at_OZDiggzguitars]

before I am a smartass, let me say; GREAT subject I have been waiting for you to cover. Could we safely say that your beloved pin router is necessary if you want to build guitars a little more expediently as opposed to it being absolutely a necessity? And yes: Tightbond..I put that %@@#! on everything. HA! opening paint cans with a sharp chisel? You must have been watching Ms Quibs on her last home improvement project ("HONEY! Don't use my chisel as a can opener...sheesh) Maybe she's a Marine? Guitar Nutz, Isn't that a snack from Freto-Lay? You definitely want nice nuts!

[@TexasToastGuitars]

I have to watch myself because I will use the tool in my hand for 5 minutes rather than walking 5 feet to get the right tool. My Beloved Pin Router... the jury is still out on that one I can't decide what to do with it for the list. It was never intended to be 50 tools everyone can afford. But I think I want to keep it off the list for as long as possible. Maybe I'll do a video worth of honorable mentions