Official Searls Guitars Thread...

[demonx]

I've just started a Facebook page called "Searls Guitars"

http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/p...22774891137687

If you're on facebook and want to check it out, please hit the like button and spread the word to other guitarists etc.

I'm not trying to sell anything on there - but down the track I would like to be, I'm just trying to get my name out there a bit and see what people think and have to say about my stuff. Take feedback and comments, constructive critisizm, suggestions on how to improve and what people like/don't like etc.

Thanks for looking.

Cheers

Allan

[Curt]

I'll spread the word, man!

[gjkung]

Hey man, "liked" your page.

We're in the same position, just started out too.

Good luck with the business!

[demonx]

Thanks and thanks.

gjkung - Just checked out your page - good work. I like what I see so far.

[Wizardstyx]

Hey Alan,
good to see ya gettin back in the shop.
Welcome to 7string.

[demonx]

Originally Posted by Wizardstyx

Hey Alan,
good to see ya gettin back in the shop.
Welcome to 7string.

Thanks man.

Yeah, it's been quite a while, caught up with too much of the other crap that happens in life and sidetracks us.

I'm hoping to spend a lot more time from now on in the workshop playing with wood!

I saw on the other forum you've been busy yourself. Although the shapes are not my cup of tea the workmanship looks ....ing awesome, top shelf. Something to be proud of, I would be!

[gjkung]

[Wizardstyx]

I hear ya!
Shapes are a funny thing, they garner a lot of attention, but very few sales.
If it was about making money, we'd all make strats and LPs...

The shop is my oasis in the insanity of life. Never want to leave...

I am envious of your paint skills. I have not had success in that field yet.

[demonx]

Originally Posted by Wizardstyx

I am envious of your paint skills. I have not had success in that field yet.

Don't be too envious - I'm still not happy with my paint jobs. I keep messing up little things that I shouldn't as I know better, but I'm stupid and keep doing it!

Like today I was doing something simple, just spraying clear on a neck, but still managed to get solvent pops all over such a simple job.

It doesnt stress me on the neck as it was only just to seal the grain before I sand it all and do other work to it, but on the orange candy guitar I got the same thing. I know what caused that, but if I was a "pro" painter it would not have happened!

I am getting better at painting though. I'm not getting runs all over the place like I was in the earlier days, I've done some shit hot paint jobs - and some very very terrible ones!

More to come down the track as I have so many ideas, just no time to do tem all!

[demonx]

The URL to this page has changed, you'll now have to visit:

Searls Guitars | Facebook

Thanks to those that have added it - most appreciated.

[darren]

Nice copy carver! Where'd you get this piece of gear?

[demonx]

Bought it direct from the manufacturer. Just google "marlin" and you'll find them in no time

I found the jobs I bought it to do it's no good for but I use it for stuff I wouldn't have though of. Go figure!

[demonx]

Here's a couple of progress pics of my latest build, please like my facebook page - theres more progress pics on there.

In the sunlight to see the "true color"


With some clear coats:

[demonx]

Heres a few rough snap shots of my always evolving workspace as it sits now:









Another workbench (mostly for metal work) - under the plastic sheet is the marlin


The Marlin:


Small portable workbench I sit foam on so I can do final sanding without scratching/denting the timber - I usually do this work outside if the weather is ok


Got part way through making up these shelving/cupboards then got sidetracked, never got back to it. Its a one day job:


I think I need to clean my paint mixing bench - shit everywhere:


Paint storage:


Paint room (behind the marlin area)

[demonx]

For anyone that hasn't liked the facebook page, heres' a couple more progress pics of my current build:

Tobacco burst on the rear of the neck:



Groges, the guy who this guitar is being built for:

[demonx]

Here's a closer look at the logo



and the Ebony board with subtle grain

[demonx]

Heres my completed pics from the last build. I hope to have some live shots soon as the new owner will be playing at a Metal festival in a fortnight.

I should also mention - the dots you see in the pics, it was starting to rain so I had to rush the pics real fast before packing up!

[demonx]

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[th3m1ke]

I really must say those are some nice pieces man!

[demonx]

Originally Posted by th3m1ke

I really must say those are some nice pieces man!

Thankyou very much... any compliments are welcomed!

[SirMyghin]

Truss rod route aside it looks very good. Strap button placement seems peculiar but as long as it balances up well.

[demonx]

Because the body is so thin it had to be mounted back so it had something to screw into.

[demonx]

I've been given a few live pics of the "Groges" guitar I built a few months ago, heres one, theres more on my facebook page. Cool pic, makes me proud!

[Thrashmanzac]

wow nice work man!

[Thrashmanzac]

.... man i just realised you live in ballarat! im at my helen, i may have to give you a visit