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Step 12 - Scalloping the ends of the Tone Braces
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Place the top face down on a clean non slip surface. Cut the bracing
off flush with the back of the top. Be careful not to make cuts/divets
in the back of the top with the saw.
You will need to chisel the small
pieces off being careful NOT to pry
and risk cracking the top or separating
the brace from the top. Once
removed, lightly scrape the surface
where the brace was glued to ensure a
clean surface to glue the top to the
sides.
Note:
The ends of the tone braces do not touch the
sides of the guitar.
Mark the brace for scalloping.
Note:
Mark the trim line approximately 1/8” back
from the existing curve and follow the same curve.
Scalloping the end of the tone brace.
Note:
The end thickness should be
around 3/32”.
The final shaping of the tone brace.
Note:
Use a chisel to round off the edges and final
smooth with 120 grit sandpaper.