A very important thing to keep in mind when sharpening a work tool is not to heat the tool, not to lose the tempering of the blade. A water grinding wheel is usually used for a good sharpening. The cutting angle should also be shaped according to the type of wood on which the work … Continue reading Lutherie techniques: sharpening a gouge
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Only part of the trunk is used and made into quarters, then split again manually along the fiber and its grain. This last phase is crucial in order to check for any flaws, such as knots, resin pockets and alterations that would not otherwise be seen with the use of mechanical saws.
The body of the violin can be made of a variety of different woods, such as Norway spruce (such as the famous wood from Paneveggio, Italy) and sycamore maple (with tightly spaced flame marbling). The tuning pegs are usually made from hard woods such as rosewood, whilst the tailpiece is made of pear wood and … Continue reading Used materials