Christmas Tinjo - Code Name: Chirstmas Time

[Gary Ray]

Well I've (finally) almost finished my first Tinjo so I thought I would let you see some pictures. Though it is louder than I thought it would be, it isn't really loud enough for a live band situation. While I might be OK with a microphone I will likely be adding a piezo and volume control (assuming the piezo reproduces the acoustic sound of the tinjo.

I found that tinjos have challenges that wood boxes don't have. One being the flimsyness of the tin compared to wood. I ended up using a glue that Loctite sells called Stik'n Seal Extreme Conditions.

Also I used corrian for the nut. That stuff is both softer and more brittle than I thought it would be. Time will tell as to whether I'll continue using it. 

The bridge is floating made of sapele as is the back side of the neck. The fret board is poplar. I expect the fret markers to stand out more once I oil the fret board. They were made from 1/4 inch dowel. 

The tailpiece and tuners are from C.B.Gitty.

Oh, you might have noticed the brass knurled nuts I used on the back of the neck and where the tailpiece is mounted. They make great guitar strap mounts. Just about a dollar each (American) from Lowe's. 

When I get the fret board oiled and the piezo situation decided I'll update this post.

http://www.cigarboxnation.com/photo/albums/christmas-time-tinjo

Blessings on y'all,

Gary