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Dot inlay material
Posted: Mon Apr 13, 2009 1:40 pm
by customxke
Anyone know a source for correct Ric dot inlay material? I'm assuming its sold in rods/dowels.
Re: Dot inlay material
Posted: Mon Apr 13, 2009 2:21 pm
by jingle_jangle
Are you talking about neck dots or fretboard dots? Both types of dots can be purchased from Stew-Mac or from LMI (Luthiers' Mercantile Int'l).
The fretboard dots can also be punched out of sheet ABS with a Whitney hand punch, if you've got one...
Re: Dot inlay material
Posted: Mon Apr 13, 2009 2:32 pm
by customxke
Sorry for not being clear. I meant fretboard. (I use red pencil for side dots) What's the exact size Paul? I have a leather working punch, which is hardened steel, and I suppose that would work. Thanks.
Re: Dot inlay material
Posted: Mon Apr 13, 2009 2:44 pm
by jingle_jangle
Depends on the exact guitar, but 3/16" (.187) for most.
Re: Dot inlay material
Posted: Mon Apr 13, 2009 2:49 pm
by customxke
Awesome. Thanks Paul. I'm doing a build that will bend some minds.
