So I am nearing the end of my 3rd build and I have been trying to figure out a better way to carve the bracing on future builds... I have not seen it done so if anyone knows of some good videos that show bracing being carved that would be great.
My first 2 builds I didn't carve the bracing, I shaped it prior to installing it, this made it difficult to install. My third build I installed it, then carved it. I used a shoulder plane and chisel for this task. The uke is cherry, and so is the lining and bracing. I used reasonably quarter sawn wood for the bracing, but not perfectly so.
What I found was while carving with the grain running down hill I was able to do relatively well in sculpting the ends, however the other end with the grain running up hill was quite difficult to shape cleanly and nicely.
My best guess is I am missing, 1- the correct tools, 2- the correct wood for bracing, 3- just need to see it done.
Any help would be appreciated.
ooh I posted this before... I build furniture, and Ukes are my first step into instruments. here is a link to my site if you want to see my furniture. www.gibsonwoodworking.com
My first 2 builds I didn't carve the bracing, I shaped it prior to installing it, this made it difficult to install. My third build I installed it, then carved it. I used a shoulder plane and chisel for this task. The uke is cherry, and so is the lining and bracing. I used reasonably quarter sawn wood for the bracing, but not perfectly so.
What I found was while carving with the grain running down hill I was able to do relatively well in sculpting the ends, however the other end with the grain running up hill was quite difficult to shape cleanly and nicely.
My best guess is I am missing, 1- the correct tools, 2- the correct wood for bracing, 3- just need to see it done.
Any help would be appreciated.
ooh I posted this before... I build furniture, and Ukes are my first step into instruments. here is a link to my site if you want to see my furniture. www.gibsonwoodworking.com