Hi All,
I'm wanting to install a strap button in the usual spot at the base of my Kala solid mahogany uke. I've read the instructions on line and checked that there is a piece of wood inside into which I will be drilling. All looks fairly straightforward but for some reason I feel pretty nervous about the job.
I have a couple of questions.
1) My uke has a strip of faux tortoise shell running front to back down the middle of the base, precisely in the spot where I'd like to put the button. Am I okay to drill through this so that I can centre the button correctly ?
2) Would you advise the use of an electric drill, manual drill or even a gimlet to drill the pilot hole ?
Very many thanks for any replies.
Ernie
I'm wanting to install a strap button in the usual spot at the base of my Kala solid mahogany uke. I've read the instructions on line and checked that there is a piece of wood inside into which I will be drilling. All looks fairly straightforward but for some reason I feel pretty nervous about the job.
I have a couple of questions.
1) My uke has a strip of faux tortoise shell running front to back down the middle of the base, precisely in the spot where I'd like to put the button. Am I okay to drill through this so that I can centre the button correctly ?
2) Would you advise the use of an electric drill, manual drill or even a gimlet to drill the pilot hole ?
Very many thanks for any replies.
Ernie