These fretboards were specially designed by Ben Gitty for use on his Hobo Fiddles. They are fully fretted to a 17-inch scale (the standard Hobo Fiddle scale) with a jumbo zero fret. The fret position markers are custom engraved with real hobo glyphs at the 3rd, 5th, 7th, 9th, 12th and 15th frets (there are 16 total frets). They measure 11 1/4 inches long, 1/4 inch thick and just under 1 1/2 inches wide. We use rustic woods for these, such as the wormy red oak shown in the photos. Wood species may vary but are guaranteed to look great.
So sit down by the fire, boys, and tell a tale or two... there's really not much else for an old hobo to do... This kit contains everything you need to build your very own handmade Hobo Fiddle: an...
This is a set of 2 12 x 18 posters, designed by Ben Gitty Baker and printed right here in the C. B. Gitty workshop in New Hampshire, USA. These posters include 60 authentic secret hobo signs and...
Hobo Fiddle Strings
Select your desired wood type and fretting options above. These custom, American-made fretboards are designed specifically for use on cigar box guitars with necks 1 1/2 wide. The fretboard is 20...
Select your desired wood type and fretting options above. These custom, American-made fretboards are designed specifically for use on cigar box guitars with necks 1 1/2 wide. The fretboard is 20...
These unfinished cigar boxes bear original artwork celebrating the Legend of the Hobo Fiddle, the homemade instrument creation invented by Ben Gitty Baker. The central steam locomotive artwork is a...
Hobo King Guitars
These necks are hand-made in the C. B. Gitty workshops in the state of New Hampshire, USA, and we work hard to make sure they are a high-quality product! We use these same necks on our own cigar box...
What better wood for a classic Americana instrument than a classic American hardwood: hickory! These necks are hand-made in the C. B. Gitty workshops in the state of New Hampshire, USA, and we work...
These poplar tenor uke necks are hand-made in the C. B. Gitty workshops in the state of New Hampshire, USA, and we work hard to make sure they are a high-quality product! These are scaled...
Crown Vintage Geometric Guitar Strap Hobo Bag
We've received a lot of requests for this one, and now it's finally available!These bolt-on necks were originally created for our popular Illustrated guitar series. They measure approximately 22...
Skill level - MODERATE. While the process is detailed as much as possible, this kit can still be a challenge for newer builders.Introducing one of the most often requested kits: our...
These poplar guitar necks are hand-made in the C. B. Gitty workshops in the state of New Hampshire, USA, and we work hard to make sure they are a high-quality product! We use the same style neck on...
Hobo Wizard Guitars
These poplar guitar necks are hand-made in the C. B. Gitty workshops in the state of New Hampshire, USA, and we work hard to make sure they are a high-quality product! We use these same necks on our...
Add an awesome decorative fretboard to your fretless cigar box guitar, with this original black and white railroad tracks design by Ben Gitty! Just peel off the backing, snug the front edge up...(Steve Rooks of Stittsville demonstrates just one of his many unique and handmade HOBO cigar box guitars available at The Little Red Spade located on Stittsville Main Street. Photos: Stittsville Central)
Stittsville resident, Steve Rooks, was in the British Military Regiment of the Royal Engineers. Retired in 2016, he decided to cross the pond and found himself and his family settling down in Stittsville and says, “I love it here”.
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(The display of HOBO cigar box guitars created by Steve Rooks of Stittsville and available for purchase at The Little Red Spade.)
What does one do in retirement when only in your mid-40s? Steve was exploring the possibilities. Steve loves the Blues and while watching a music video discovered his new passion. In the video someone was playing a cigar box that had been converted into a 3-string guitar. His imagination was sparked and this began his worldwide collection of cigar boxes in every shape and size to be used in the creation of his HOBO guitars. He has also joined the world of 3-D printing to add to his hobbies.
After several iterations, his best sounding 3-string was created. His hobby took off from there and HOBO Custom Cigar Box Guitars was started. Steve finds that, “working for hours on his guitars is both calming and positive” – he has seen a lot of action during his years in the British Military.
Mr Michael Lee Hobo Benoit Photograph By John Glass
His wife, Katia, is fully supportive of his hobby. Steve told us, “I met Katia in Bosnia. She was with the Royal Engineers of the Canadian Army. We were teamed up so I could teach her how to drive a UK Land Rover and after a week of training, he knew that his life and hers would take a turn”. They have been married for 22 years and have three daughters.
We asked Steve why he chose the name HOBO. “Every travelling railway hobo seemed to have a knack to entertain others with music around their camp fire, especially in the south. I came up with the name as it just seemed to fit my style of guitars”. His price is also hobo priced ranging from $45 to $140.
Steve has a large collection of both 3-string and 2-string guitars – available in both acoustic and electric models. He has even created some miniature cigar box guitars as Christmas tree ornaments. You can find Steve’s creations displayed and for sale at The Little Red Spade on Stittsville Main Street.
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Still looking for that quirky Christmas gift, or for any occasion actually, we suggest you drop into The Little Red Spade and consider a unique 3 or 2-string cigar box guitar!So sit down by the fire, boys, and tell a tale or two... there's really not much else for an old hobo to do...
This kit contains everything you need to build your very own handmade Hobo Fiddle: an all-wood custom-printed cigar box, hardwood neck, fully fretted custom engraved fretboard, a detailed how-to guide with over forty photos and illustrations, and all of the other parts and hardware. Assembly time is about three hours (plus glue setup time), and recommended ages are 14+. Basic woodworking tools (saw, drill, screwdrivers) are needed.
Please note: The example completed kit shown in the listing photos has had a walnut stain applied during construction; all wooden parts in the kit come bare/unfinished as shown in the kit parts photo. If you choose one of the other printed box options, the box lid will be printed as shown and will not be able to be stained; however the edges/sides/bottom of the box can still be stained.
Sawchyn Hobo > Mandolin Family
Part songbook, part history, part fiction and part memoir, The Legend of the Hobo Fiddle is author Ben Gitty Baker's attempt to introduce his musical instrument creation and share some of the...
Skill level - MODERATE. While the process is detailed as much as possible, this kit can still be a challenge for newer builders.Introducing one of the most often requested kits: our...
These fretboards were specially designed by Ben Gitty for use on his Hobo Fiddles. They are fully fretted to a 17-inch scale (the standard Hobo Fiddle scale) with a jumbo zero fret. The fret...
New Headway Hj Hobo Urushi F,s/std Honey Burst S02198 Acoustic Guitar From Japan
Designed with front (or back) porch picking in mind, this kit is perfect for playing good old down-home mountain music. Whether around the campfire, at church, or a pickin' and grinnin' jam...
We created this cigar box guitar kit with one goal in mind - to make a kit that would allow anyone to build a real, playable cigar box guitar in about an hour at the kitchen table, with only the most...
These necks are hand-made in the C. B. Gitty workshops in the state of New Hampshire, USA, and we work hard to make sure they are a high-quality product! We use these same necks on our own cigar box...
Hohner Countryman Hobo Acoustic Guitar
Build what you Play, Play what you Love! Great for new and experienced builders, this kit comes with everything necessary to build your very own 3-String Fretted Cigar Box Guitar. Fretted...
This deluxe kit includes everything you need to build am amazing-sounding heirloom quality 3-string electric cigar box guitar, including detailed instructions written by the man himself, Glenn...
Custom-printed guitar kits inspired by old American barns painted with chewing tobacco billboards. This is our first kit series designed by Shane Speal! Easy to assemble and ready to be...
Hj Hobo Urushi F,s/std
Building and playing homemade fiddles has been a part of the American musical tradition from the country’s earliest years, and even before. Drawing upon their ancestors’ European roots, ...
Build a fully playable, Depression Era cigar box guitarusing our modern parts and fully detailed directions. Just add your own 1 x 2 x 34-inch hardwood plank for the neck...
Build your own resonator guitar for $ hundreds less than any dobro on the market. The Hubcap Howler isn't just a fun kit... it's a serious deep-blues guitar. Assembly time: just
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