Acrylic Templates

[JulieMo]

I'm looking for an acrylic template for a classical guitar. I've seen prices from over $200 (Amazon), down to a bit over $20 (Ali Express) for what looks like the same thing.

How much of a buyer beware should this search be?

[Fathand]

Originally Posted by JulieMo

I'm looking for an acrylic template for a classical guitar. I've seen prices from over $200 (Amazon), down to a bit over $20 (Ali Express) for what looks like the same thing.

How much of a buyer beware should this search be?

I've bought some plywood templates from aliexpress in the low price range. An L-00, Dread and concert uke. I found them all quite serviceable. The shipping price is what you need to watch and the acrylic ones seem to be higher.

I usually just find a plan, print and contact cement it to 1/8" plywood or 1/4" masonite and cut out and make a template that way.

There are some free classical plans here. I've used some electric plans from this site. https://www.electricherald.com/acous...lates-archive/