Well in unemployment

[TBurst Std]

I'm thinking about committing to a splurge. There is a custom acoustic luthier here that offers classes. Total out of pocket over about 45+ weeks is roughly $4200 and you learn the craft and end up with a custom acoustic. Your build. Its roughly 45 weeks long at 3 hr sessions each week. That cost estimate includes 750 in material, training time and use of the tools.

I'd like to say yes. How do I approach this with my wife?

 

[bonesofwrath]

Make sure to bring the power of attorney papers with you

 

[rockandroller]

FIRST: Is she warm to the idea of you buying a new 'pro-quality' acoustic any time soon?
A great acoustic could easily cost $3000... (see https://www.larrivee.com/ )

One built WITH YOUR OWN HANDS becomes a "family heirloom"!!

Plus, if you already have a bit of a woodshop in your garage, you could turn this into a profitable hobby/side business if so inclined.
( or at least pay down the cost of your existing workshop)...

BONUS: it keeps you out of trouble for three hours a week for almost a YEAR.
Sell her on what SHE gets ... a regular reprieve from Hubby hanging around the house - "personal time" for her to enjoy.
Plus, ya know that absence makes the hearts grow fonder...

 

[Wizard of Wailing]

I got nothing. The only time I play an acoustic is when I’m single.