The making of an electric guitar

For this first project, made between [dates missing], I started with a Stratocaster as a base for the body and neck shape. However, the similarity with this iconic Fender model ends there. I've always dreamed of a guitar with a "wraparound" bridge, like the ones found on Gibson Les Paul Junior and Special models, and I'm a fan of the same brand's P90 pickups . So, it was on this basis that I set about building my first guitar from November 2019 to January 2020.

Here you will find the basic tools for guitar making, what you need to acquire to begin working with wood. The list is obviously not exhaustive. As in any profession, the tools required by each luthier vary depending on their practice, habits, skills, and training. This list is therefore subject to change and additions. For now, we are only discussing the construction of wooden guitars. We will look at the tools needed for making steel guitars later.