Notes:

This neck began with built-up neck blank made from poplar. It looks, feels and acts a lot like maple, and it has a very nice ringing tap tone that promises lots of sustain.

it's clear that tools can make it easier to get the job done right by reducing the amount of expertise needed. In the left-side view, I cut the side shown under my thumb using a coping saw. Pretty scary when you're trying to cut close to final size in relatively thick wood — and too difficult to control. I decided to try something different, so I purchased a Shark Japanese-style pullsaw. Now look at the top view where I cut the opposing side. Oh yeah ... that's it! The Shark required a little care in getting it started because of its flexible blade, but after it was in into the wood about ¼-inch, it was smooth sailing the rest of the way. By the way, the Shark is scary sharp and must be treated with respect. Note the nick on my thumb in that picture. I never did that with a hand saw before!

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