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Originally Posted by bendo7683
Headstock shape: Per my request, Julian has made the headstock shorter at the wrist on this guitar by a small amount compare to his usual shape. However, I was hoping that he can make it a little shorter from the "forehead" area so it would look more proportional to my eyes. Julian obviously prefers to keep the forehead long as he likes the shape, however, he will think about it and will let me know about his decision. It's not a big deal at all, and I will respect his decision because the headstock shape is the unique signature of the builder and I totally understand that.
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Interesting. I played a Gaffney MD a while back and commented (to Michael Watts IIRC) that the headstock was way, way too elongated for my liking. Personally, I think it would be far more proportional to have it shorter. I guess it's Mr. Gaffney's call but I, for one, would be wanting to see something that didn't grate on me every time I opened the case. Of course others will have a completely different point of view.
All of these apprentices are seeking something to differentiate themselves from Somogyi (whose headstock I am no great fan of) and the headstock is an obvious target. I think some have done better than others.
Cheers,
Steve