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Scan 57
Violin making and repairing, 1927
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1these kinds of scrolls are extremely difficult to cut. A good, plain piece of wood is much better for the worker for a first attempt. When the first scroll has been finished, the maker will be better acquainted with the difficulties, and in a better position to estimate the chances of successfully executing this undoubtedly difficult part of the work in wood of high figure.
3This block must be squared perfectly true all over, reducing the measurements to, width 1 3/4 in. and depth 2 1/2 in. Mark the face and face edge respectively in the usual manner, and work from these faces throughout. The measurements given must be adhered to exactly, as the balance of parts must be rigorously preserved. Now lay the template in position on one side, from the top end of the block, which must be exactly square, and mark out the outline of the neck and scroll. The dotted lines in the central portion of the head or scroll itself are for the curls of the scroll, finishing at the "eye," and must be drilled through the template exactly in their position, as marked in the drawing. The two notches a must be
5Fig. 31.—Outline of Violin Scroll.
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