Carving the Neck

I always enjoy this part of the build process even if it is a bit nerve racking trying to get everything even and symmetrical.

Typically I use a spokeshave for most of the work and various rasps & files for the heel area..

Turned out pretty good on this one..

Now just a lot of sanding and oh yes the fret work to finish...

Sides & Binding Bent

Ok so the sides and bindings are now bent and ready for the end block & tail block which are also ready..

Bending the sides

Routing the mortise in the neck or end block

Bent sides with the tail and end blocks sitting there waiting