Check out my current picks for the best luthier tools. These are the tools that help me get more done, do higher quality work, and have more fun in the process. I hope this video helps you find some new top tools of your own to help you do your best guitar-building work in 2024 and beyond.

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👉TOOLS FROM THE VIDEO:

• Dog Leg Chisel Set: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/dog-leg-micro-chisels/
• Deluxe Fret Tang Nipper: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/deluxe-fret-tang-nipper
• Fret End File: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/fret-end-dressing-file/
• Dragon Rasp: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/dragon-rasp/
• Rasp Handle: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/nicholson-rasp-handle/
• Fret Press System: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/fret-press-caul-with-inserts
• Deadblow Fret Hammer: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/deadblow-fretting-hammer/
• String Spacing Ruler: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/string-spacing-rule/
• Lie Nielson Block Plane: https://www.lie-nielsen.com/products/small-block-planes
• IBEX 10mm Violin Finger Plane: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/ibex-carving-planes/
• Hacklinger magnetic Thickness Caliper (1-7mm): https://www.internationalviolin.com/ProductDetail/t9606_magnetic-thickness-caliper-17mm
• Dual Grit Diamond Fret Crowning File: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/dual-grit-diamond-fret-file/
• Diamond Cut Nut Slotting Files: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/diamondcut-nut-slotting-files/
• Fret Leveling Beam: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/sanding-beam-fret-levelers/
• Japanese Fret Saw: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/japanese-fret-saw/
• Festool Sander: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/festool-576070-random-orbital-sander-ets-125/
• Festool Dust Extractor CT SYS: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/festool-ct-sys-hepa-dust-extractor/

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Learn my simple system and easy-to-remember formulas for making the perfect shellac for French Polishing. It's the same system I use for my guitars (tbguitars.com) and that I teach in my online course: The Art Of French Polishing https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/

Links from the video:

👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/

👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/

👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/

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French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series:

👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI

👉Part 2 Wood Preparation: https://youtu.be/4dY8r0pJehA

👉Part 3 Best Alcohol For Making Shellac: https://youtu.be/bg8oEeKiZTE

👉Part 4 Types Of Shellac For French Polishing: https://youtu.be/hUbHmoy7PY8

👉Part 5 Best Oils For French Polishing: https://youtu.be/tyzZvTpTyhw

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Learn about the different types of oil for French Polishing and how they can be used to produce a more durable and glossy shellac finish for your next guitar. French Polishing Fundamentals Part 5 - Oils For French Polishing.

Links from the video:

👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/

👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/

👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/

👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/

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👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/

French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series:

👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI

👉Part 2 Wood Preparation: https://youtu.be/4dY8r0pJehA

👉Part 3 Best Alcohol For Making Shellac: https://youtu.be/bg8oEeKiZTE

👉Part 4 Types Of Shellac For French Polishing: https://youtu.be/hUbHmoy7PY8

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Types of shellac for French Polishing. A deep dive into the different types of shellac for French polishing, colors of shellac, and recommendations for beginners. French Polishing Fundamentals Part 4 - Shellac.

Links from the video:

👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/

👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/

👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/

👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/

👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/

👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/

French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series:

👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI

👉Part 2 Wood Preparation: https://youtu.be/4dY8r0pJehA

👉Part 3 Best Alcohol For Making Shellac: https://youtu.be/bg8oEeKiZTE

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Best types of alcohol for making shellac for French Polishing. How to choose the best solvent for making shellac - Ethanal, isopropyl or denatured alcohol? French Polishing Fundamentals - Part 3.

Links from the video:

👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/

👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/

👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/

👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/

👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/

👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/

French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series:

👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI

👉Part 2 Wood Preparation: https://youtu.be/4dY8r0pJehA

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Wood Preparation For French Polishing. French Polishing Fundamentals - Part 2.

Links from the video:

👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/

👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/

👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/

👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/

👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/

👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/

French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series:

👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI

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How To French Polish Series: French Polishing Fundamentals - Part 1

Part one of a seven part free series to help you learn the art of French polishing for guitars.

Links from the video:

👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/

👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/

👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/

👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/

👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/

👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/

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How to use a block plane and the importance of focusing on the fundamentals.

Links from the video:
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👉Download the Free Luthier Tool Guide Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/
👉My Custom Luthier's Workbench: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wdcj_gciM4

Tools From The Video:

• Lie-Nielson No. 102 Low Angle Plane (*must-have): https://www.lie-nielsen.com/products/small-block-planes
• Stanley Block Plane: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/stanley-block-plane
• Veritas Wonder Dog: https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/tools/workshop/workbenches/benchtop-accessories/31129-veritas-wonder-dog-and-wonder-pup

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The Dragon Hand-Cut Rasp from Stewmac is easily the best rasp I have ever used for shaping guitar necks. Enter The Dragon Rasp Giveaway Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/stewmac-dragon-rasp-giveaway/

👉I use the Dragon Rasp in my Online Guitar Making Course: The Art Of Guitar Neck Carving: https://theartoflutherie.com/guitar-neck-carving/

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👉TOOLS FROM THE VIDEO:

Dragon Hand-Cut Rasp: https://geni.us/UpBu
Nicholson Removable Handle: https://geni.us/SQAeL1
Shinto Rasp: https://geni.us/6pMbo
Nicholson Rasp: https://geni.us/tGtj0
Nicholson 4 sided rasp: https://geni.us/bXOYJ1
Stewmac Razor Files: https://geni.us/lt0Ti
LMI File/Rasp Handles: https://www.lmii.com/search?controller=search&s=handle

👉Stewmac Video - How To Install A Handle On a Woodworking File: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqGqCmgAbPE

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Humidifiers, Dehumidifiers, & Hygrometers, and Other Tools For Measuring & Managing Guitar Shop Humidity.

👉Online Course: Guitar Humidity & Advanced Applications - https://theartoflutherie.com/humidity/

The importance of measuring and managing the relative humidity of your guitar shop can not be overstated. In this video, we discuss why this is so vital for the safety and stability of your guitars and what tools I have found to work the best for my small guitar shop; including Humidifiers, Dehumidifiers, Hygrometers & More.

We look at the different types of humidifiers & dehumidifiers and discuss the pros and cons of each type, specifically for guitar building and guitar shop relative humidity; all with the goal of creating a safe and stable environment to build guitars that have fewer chances of cracking or developing structural problems while we are working and long after they leave our workshop.

👉TOOLS FROM THE VIDEO:

• Boneco Steam Humidifier (My favorite & what I currently use): https://www.boneco.us/en-us/s450
• AirCare Evaporative Humidifier: https://geni.us/pzQ785L
• Antibacterial Additive For Cold Evaporative Humidifiers (Bacteriostatic): https://geni.us/AhVgIF0
• AcuRite Digital Hygrometer (My Favorite): https://geni.us/k83Aa
• Wood Moisture Meter: https://geni.us/OVlxa
• Dehumidifier I Use and recommend: https://geni.us/TtP7
• Dayton Humidity Controller: https://geni.us/EbWs7q
• Other Humidity Controller Options: https://geni.us/HF72rXy

👉The Ultimate Guide To Guitar Humidity Article: https://theartoflutherie.com/guitar-humidity/

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Flawless headstock binding starts with flawless binding channels. This video shows you my simple tips for creating consistently perfect headstock binding channels. 👉Check out the Headstock Binding Course Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/the-art-of-headstock-binding/

One of the most challenging parts of cutting headstock binding channels is hand-chiseling accurate inside corners (especially if you are just starting as a luthier).
Those inside corners have to be just right to get perfect miter joints in your binding and purfling, but the simple tips in this video can help you get better results more consistently, and I find it more enjoyable too.

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