Kevin Chilcott
Luthier
MAKING AN ANGEL
Gluing on the Headface
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Preparation
After doing the 'Dry Fit', using a Sharp Blade gently score both surfaces in a criss-cross pattern..... making sure that the score marks do not extend to where the edge of the Headstock will be.
Gluing Up
Next - smear a layer of Titebond* wood glue over both surfaces.
The Two Surfaces
can now be brought together.
Even pressure needs to be applied
bit at a time to get the excess glue to squeeze out.
Then, the 4 Veneer pins can be tapped back into
place in their locating holes used in the 'Dry
Fit',
and when in place can be gently bent
outwards at 45 degrees,
as in the picture above..... This makes sure that the Veneer
will not move when the 'Pad'
and Clamps are applied.
The excess glue needs to be wiped
off using a damp cloth. Make sure that no
glue is present on the top surface of the Veneer,
or the 'Pad' will stick to
it.
The centre-line
has been drawn in again and the Headstock pattern
drawn on as well.
The 'Pad' is then laid on over the exact
position of the pattern.
Now the Clamps can be put in place
and tightened, making sure that the Veneer
has not moved.
When this has been done, leave overnight to dry.
The Next Stage is..... To trim the Headstock to size.
Now - Back to Making an Angel.