The Art Of Lutherie Tom Bills: Master Luthier, Author, And Guitar Making Instructor

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.
👉Free Ultimate Guide To Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/
👉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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👉FREE ARTICLES AND GUIDES • Hacklinger Caliper Article: https://theartoflutherie.com/hacklinger-magnetic-caliper/ • Best Block Plane For Guitar Making: https://theartoflutherie.com/block-plane/ • Dragon Rasp Review: https://theartoflutherie.com/wood-rasp/ • Luthier's Guide To Fret Saws: https://theartoflutherie.com/fret-saw/
 
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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/
👉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
👉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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Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/
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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/
👉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
👉Part 4 Types Of Shellac For French Polishing: https://youtu.be/hUbHmoy7PY8
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Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/
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*By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

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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Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/
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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
 
Connect With Me On Social
👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie
👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie
👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/
👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie
 
Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/
 
--- *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

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
 
Connect With Me On Social
👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie
👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie
👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/
👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie
 
Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/
 
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*By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.