Time To Finish This Guitar

[@volodimirkun]

Sir, You remind me the best of my gradpa. He was always hustling at his garden and orchard , tinkering with stuff, making all kinds of household repairs, making handtools if he didnt havepropper ones on hand. Those were hard times for us ukrainians in "crazy 90`s" , everybody was poor and lived off what he could acquire by his own hands... I feel so much joy seeing your videos in my feed, even though i often dont have time to watch them. You are living in full, Sir. Kindest regards from far Ukraine!

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Thank you for your comment. I appreciate that. Stay safe

[@petrzajic4945]

The kit things sound exciting!

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Ya, I like that idea as well.

[@jonpardue]

Great to see you working on the guitar Monty! The plain appearance without the green is nice - it looks looks tidy and clean - also different compared to your other guitar builds.

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Thank you for that comment. I think you are correct.

[@MichaelBuilds]

HE'S BACK! And handsomer than ever! We missed you fella! Great video Monty and can't wait for the next mystery book you're working on!

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Thanks Michael. I look forward to a "get-toether" this summer.

[@petrzajic4945]

I would say you have your answer with the shell inlay. That should add sufficient pop to the guitar edge, even with the "just wood" option. :-) The wood is really nice stock and looks lovely, so it should hold on its own. I would leave the back as is with the middle detail as a stand-alone feature to have the impact of that wooden area with one clear, strong detail.

[@MontyMcKinnon]

I like your comment. I didn't consider the shell 'pop' and you are right. Thanks!

[@TSGEnt]

You did not disappoint! You are back. You are a man of your word. Interesting I could only get 360p from your video. But I take you anyway I can get you. ( I know. That sounded funny.)

[@MontyMcKinnon]

You are very kind thank you.

[@RickEagan]

Good to see you back in the shop and on camera. Jigs and more jigs, can't have too many. God only gave us two hands; we can use all the help we can get. I'd go with a little extra "bling" when it comes to the "look" of a guitar. Sound and structure are very important to the end result of a good guitar. Secondarily, you want a pleasing appearance to attract a person to the guitar. Some colored purfling with the blinding sets it apart from the side and top. As for a kit guitar, my very first build was from a StewMac kit. It came out okay but, with some noticeable problems. Mostly, do to my inexperience and lack of knowledge in building guitars. A series of videos building a kit with enhancements would be great. Happy building, Monty.

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Thanks for your response. I agree with you 100%

[@RodLittle]

Great to have you back - always look forward to your wise words

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Thank you kindly!

[@ohrah2003]

Glad to see you back and in good health. I've missed seeing your post eventhough I don't play guitar. Enjoy your tea, sir.

[@MontyMcKinnon]

The tea was great. Thanks.

[@lonezmoon]

So glad to hear and see you again! Cheers!

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Hey, thanks!

[@royforest6035]

Great to have you back, Monty. Good health you you! Regarding your guitar: do it right the way you want to. Spend the extra time needed so that you are completely satisfied.

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Solid advice! Thank you.

[@Orangie2008]

It's so good to see your smiling face behind the bench! I'm a fan of keeping mahogany guitars simple, so binding it is my suggestion. Also, the kit guitar idea is great! I made a couple of kits back when Martin was still selling them and they sounded very good. It's a great way for anyone with the inclination to get an inexpensive instrument. I'd even think about doing a water-based finish that anyone could apply.

[@MontyMcKinnon]

You are correct on the finish. I tend to lean toward french polish but we'll see.

[@THAILANDCANUCK]

It is so good to see you back!

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Thank you. Now to figure our 1080p. lol

[@paulomeyer3900]

I would use what you already have, I'm quite self-indulgent. But it's my way of being, I think about the cost of the trip and how much a new binding could increase the final price of the guitar. So I think. Regards

[@MontyMcKinnon]

I never even thought of the cost. Plus the green purflings ship from the west coast. You have raised a good point. Thanks.

[@bradsills3653]

Monty! It’s good to see you brother!

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Hey, thanks

[@johnsee7269]

One of your countrymen TWoodford makes a lot of videos about repairing guitars. No end of subject matter or repairs to video... He's a bit of a snob but rightfully so as his results are of the highest quality. He 'comes off' as a bit of the guitar equivalent of a Stradivari or Amati or Guarneri in the violin makers world... The 'master craftsman's' realm...

[@MontyMcKinnon]

I'll look for his videos. Maybe I came learn something from his work. Thanks for the idea.

[@mcconkeyb]

Ready to do new jig drawings. 🙂

[@MontyMcKinnon]

VERY soon! Thank you.

[@leepetersen4082]

glad yer back....!

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Very kind. Thank you!

[@leepetersen4082]

bending my first set o sides tomorrow morning! Wish me luck! Rocky Mountain House Alberta!

[@vperalta]

Monty, it's great to see you again. Here's hoping everything is fine with you. I'd love to see you to show how to build a Spanish acoustic guitar kit.

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Great suggestion!

[@newffee]

Use the black bindings you already have bent. They will blend in very well with the arm rest material you have . Black is a neutral color. The guitar is lighter color so black will accent it very well. As for the back I don't think many people really look at backs for the most part. The front will stand out.

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Yor are correct. It's really about the sound. lol

[@ryanhatten7751]

A telecaster kit would be neat to see. Keep up the great work 👍

[@MontyMcKinnon]

I’ll add that to the list. My wife just told me to get a kit. am I blessed or what!

[@micromover5247]

Love the guitars 🎸

[@MontyMcKinnon]

Thank you so much. I appreciatew that.