Concert Bracing and Side Bending

The tops and backs were "book matched". The backs were glued together with a center strip. The rosette design is reminiscent of early Martin type 3 ukuleles. The spruce bracing and Koa bridge patch were shaped as thin as possible to allow the top to vibrate. The back braces were shaped to accommodate the  back radius.  The sides were bent, placed in the mold and the top and backs were assembled.

"Book matching"
Spruce braces and Koa bridge patch
Rosette Design

Side bending
Set up in mold
Glue kerfs
Assemble top and back
Sound Box Complete







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