Ljbarbeau Posted August 12, 2012 Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 So I just came back from Hawaii. While I was there though Id go look for some nice flame Koa but to no avail... But I did score some australian curly Red gum wood. I paid 70$ for a plank 12in x 80in x 1.5in. But somehow I doubt its red gum wood.. Does any1 know for sure what this lumber is? and either way would it make a suitable top for an electric guitar? (I red some bad things about the red gum but I couldn't find any1 who used it on guitar making..) here's a picture: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSm Posted August 12, 2012 Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 Hi. it could be Red gum see hereunder: http://www.monarotimber.com.au/sp_river_red_gum.htm It doesn't look like much fun to work. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSm Posted August 12, 2012 Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 Hi. it could be Red gum see hereunder: http://www.monarotimber.com.au/sp_river_red_gum.htm It doesn't look like much fun to work. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Natural Posted August 13, 2012 Report Share Posted August 13, 2012 here is a Nordstrand Bass made of Red Gum. I wonder if this piece may have some sap wood towards the center of the bookmatch. http://www.nordstrandguitars.com/assets/images/gallery/andysbass/front123.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob123 Posted August 19, 2012 Report Share Posted August 19, 2012 Machining: Difficult Bending: Poor Sanding: Tough Nailing/Screwing: Difficult have fun <_< Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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