Chris Searle had the Tiger Myrtle ready to go into the drying shed.
Chris also supplies Tim Spittle at: http://www.australiantonewoods.com/ in WA with Tiger Myrtle and other Aussie timbers.
We are so very lucky in this country to have such great resources and folk who care about providing excellent timbers.
Remember when you are searching for timbers ask these few simple questions first.
1. Does the supplier provide proper quarter sawn timber... does he understand your requirements as a budding luthier?
2. How long has it been dried for... sometimes because of demand suppliers supply earlier than recommended drying time, so when you receive your timber always lay it down flat just to be sure it won't twist in case it is not completely dried... (could be hard to see as a novice)
3. Shop around for a good price... not always the cheapest price... ask other experienced timber buyers for advice.. i.e me or go on line and check out some of the forums.
2. How long has it been dried for... sometimes because of demand suppliers supply earlier than recommended drying time, so when you receive your timber always lay it down flat just to be sure it won't twist in case it is not completely dried... (could be hard to see as a novice)
3. Shop around for a good price... not always the cheapest price... ask other experienced timber buyers for advice.. i.e me or go on line and check out some of the forums.
http://www.woodworkforums.ubeaut.com.au/
This Australian forum has stood the test of time - Check it Out!
It is a wood working forum so not just musical instruments... they have loads of info on How To's and what can go wrong... equipment info, techniques and of course opinions!
Some of our students have even posted their guitar making exploits!
Also be sure to search the Internet for your research into Timber and Timber Suppliers.
We have provided a few on the top right hand side of the blog.
(I will only post the suppliers we recommend!)
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