Classical Construction Part 2: Neck Heel and Foot

[@mvecellio1]

Thanks for posting.

[@zimnickiguitars311]

Thanks for watching!

[@HotZTrain]

There are a number of ways to attach a neck to the body. They all work well, if done properly. There is no BEST way. David Schramm, has used several. When doing the Spanish heel method, he put wedges in the gap where the sides go in. Many luthiers use the double mortise and spline, easier to control the neck angle.

[@zimnickiguitars311]

I agree, there is no "best" wat to attach the neck to the body. The method here is simply the traditional Spanish approach.

[@HotZTrain]

I posted my comment because, I read and hear so many people seem to think the Spanish Heel is the BEST & ONLY way to truly make a classical or flamenco guitar. Jose Oribe, Richard Brune, Robert Ruck and many others have used the double mortise and spline for years. @@zimnickiguitars311

[@Crime_pays]

Can you make a video about the Japanese method for making the heel

[@zimnickiguitars311]

Sorry, but I do not know that method.

[@Crime_pays]

@@zimnickiguitars311 no issue. I really enjoy the videos

[@zimnickiguitars311]

@@Crime_pays Thank you very much!

[@HotZTrain]

Most Japanese makers don't use the Spanish method.

[@Quimerateck]

Does anyone has experience working with madricacao heartwood?
It's really hard with a nice tap top, but i haven't seen it being used

[@zimnickiguitars311]

No, I have not worked with it.

[@bellsriverguitar]

Where do you get the wide chisel? Thanks

[@zimnickiguitars311]

I've had it for so long that I don't remember where I got it. I'm sure you can find one at Woodcraft or Woodworkers Supply.

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