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Nov 14, 2020 08:47:12   #
jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY
 
As I've mentioned before, I'm into ukuleles. I had heard of people making ukes out of tennis rackets, so I thought I'd give it a try. It was a learning experience. I would several wooden rackets on eBay and started working on a Wilson Chris Evert. It's not perfect, but it sounds nice, and I learned a lot making it. Lot of improvising. The body is western cedar, and I added oak to the neck. It's not totally finished yet. I still have to clean it up and adjust it. Total cost was $65.00. My next project is a Halloween uke.







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Nov 14, 2020 08:53:59   #
BboH Loc: s of 2/21, Ellicott City, MD
 
Very Good!

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Nov 14, 2020 08:55:09   #
OregonCoaster
 
Bravo!

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Nov 14, 2020 09:03:11   #
anotherview Loc: California
 
Interesting hobby. It seems to involve a lot of attention to detail.

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Nov 14, 2020 09:05:12   #
Country Boy Loc: Beckley, WV
 
That is really neat. I envy your ability to play one. I bought one and a how to book but have made no progress. I just put it in with my keyboard, banjo and guitar all of which I can't play. I have never had the time to apply my desire to my schedule.

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Nov 14, 2020 09:11:19   #
jederick Loc: Northern Utah
 
Very nice, Jerry...I'm sure Chrissie would be delighted with what you have artfully created!!

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Nov 14, 2020 09:14:24   #
Earnest Botello Loc: Hockley, Texas
 
Great job, Jerry.

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Nov 14, 2020 09:16:34   #
TriX Loc: Raleigh, NC
 
Wow! Beautiful craftsmanship.

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Nov 14, 2020 09:30:43   #
lotusb3
 
Very interesting. Wish I could hear what it sounds like. The type of wood determines the sound doesn't it? It is really good looking but hard to play under the best of conditions.

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Nov 14, 2020 09:36:04   #
tradio Loc: Oxford, Ohio
 
Nice work. Now you're a Luthier.

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Nov 14, 2020 09:40:49   #
PixelStan77 Loc: Vermont/Chicago
 
jerryc41 wrote:
As I've mentioned before, I'm into ukuleles. I had heard of people making ukes out of tennis rackets, so I thought I'd give it a try. It was a learning experience. I would several wooden rackets on eBay and started working on a Wilson Chris Evert. It's not perfect, but it sounds nice, and I learned a lot making it. Lot of improvising. The body is western cedar, and I added oak to the neck. It's not totally finished yet. I still have to clean it up and adjust it. Total cost was $65.00. My next project is a Halloween uke.
As I've mentioned before, I'm into ukuleles. I ha... (show quote)


Creative approach and challenging. Great job.

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Nov 14, 2020 09:52:15   #
kpmac Loc: Ragley, La
 
Nice work, Jerry.

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Nov 14, 2020 10:11:18   #
Longshadow Loc: Audubon, PA, United States
 
Neat!

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Nov 14, 2020 10:44:19   #
Jay Pat Loc: Round Rock, Texas, USA
 
Very nice!!!
Pat

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Nov 14, 2020 11:31:31   #
JustJill Loc: Iowa
 
jerryc41 wrote:
As I've mentioned before, I'm into ukuleles. I had heard of people making ukes out of tennis rackets, so I thought I'd give it a try. It was a learning experience. I would several wooden rackets on eBay and started working on a Wilson Chris Evert. It's not perfect, but it sounds nice, and I learned a lot making it. Lot of improvising. The body is western cedar, and I added oak to the neck. It's not totally finished yet. I still have to clean it up and adjust it. Total cost was $65.00. My next project is a Halloween uke.
As I've mentioned before, I'm into ukuleles. I ha... (show quote)


WOW! You are very talented.

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