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DennisK
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Dumb question - but did we ever decide on what is a "parlor"
There are about 30 different definitions that run from "anything but a dread" to "Martin published in their 1893 catalog that size 1 was the smallest professional plantilla... So 'parlor' is size 2 and smaller" and everything in between.

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I don't think so. I guess you can pick any of those 30 definitions you want.

I consider size 0 to be a parlor, so my definition is 13 1/2" max lower bout width. But 13" might be better. My design is 13 1/2" full width, but 13" effective soundboard width due to the armrest bevel... so whether it fits that definition depends on whether you look at it as a 13" guitar with an expanded body to make room for the bevel, or a 13 1/2" guitar with a bevel cutting into it.
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Steve and Jay, I just thought I would mention that the price limit is still under discussion so if that is the only factor, head over to the rules discussion page and make your case. I asked for input and am staying out of the discussion for not to see what happens. We are certainly not married to $150.

John, I don't think that is a dumb question at all. I suppose we all have our own definition of parlor. For me, I think of it as anything smaller than an O. Others will say bigger, others smaller. Some people consider OOO/OM parlor guitars, who am I to say they are wrong? That said, so many people are making that size now, I envision the spirit of the challenge to be smaller that. I say this mostly because I want to see more of the 13" or smaller lower bout guitars that pop up here time to time.

Edit: I walked away from my computer mid response and did not see Dennis' comment until I hit submit. . .

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BTW, FWIW mine is going to be either a (roughly) size 1 or 2. I initially planned a size 2 but now I am considering a 1, mostly because I discovered my top and back materials will get me there. I'm going to make an expandable mold that will get me both widths (the length will have to be a compromise between the two). Going forward, I will call them both my "parlor sizes" and my Oish guitars will not.

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Bump:

The challenge is posted in its own section here and accepting entries. The deadline is far away so it is not too late to join. Check it out!

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Shameless bump.

We are up to 11 entrants! Remember, there is no deadline for entry. There is still plenty of time to throw your hats in.

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Bryan Bear wrote:
Shameless bump.

We are up to 11 entrants! Remember, there is no deadline for entry. There is still plenty of time to throw your hats in.


Who has a good set of plans for a parlor??


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I'm basing mine on the PL30 plan from LMI, similar to the Martin size 5.

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I'm making mine up as I go along.

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Informative bump. The Challenge is still open and accruing participants. Anyone who wishes to join can still throw the proverbial hat in at anytime. There is a deadline for completion but not for entry.

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I came across my box of stuff for the 2014 challenge the other day.
Maybe I'll finish it in time for the 2017 challenge.

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