New Build - Olson SJ Brazilian

[Stevied63]

Originally Posted by Neil K Walk

Thank you for posting these pictures. I may have a problem though. When I looked at the back of the headstock I marveled at the attention to detail regarding the mitering of the purfling and actually moaned in lust. My wife got this weird look on her face.

It brings a whole new meaning to the term "guitar porn" and I had the realization that maybe I need to learn a few songs my poor poor bride likes and serenade her.

Anyway, congratulations on a beautiful guitar. Enjoy it in good health with those you love.

I was showing off these pics at a party last night - but I think you have to be a "guitar person" to truly appreciate the details (based on a few folks who just said "oh, thats nice...I wanted to shout "Nice? Look at those purfling lines! Look at that rosette!! Haha!).

I should have mentioned that the bridge pins are Bob Colosi bone pins. I have Larry Robinson doing a truss rod cover inlay as well.

[cigarfan]

Not a whole lot more to say. Gorgeous instrument! Congrats again!

[Diamondave]

Absolutely stunning...! And man, what a TOP! So classy...

[TomB'sox]

Looks fantastic. The people at the party just can not understand what you have there. Beautiful guitar from small town Minnesota!!!!

[Steve Kinnaird]

Steve, that is so handsome. Hearty congratulations.
Are you breaking into cold sweats waiting for its arrival?
I would be...

Steve

[Stevied63]

Originally Posted by Steve Kinnaird

Steve, that is so handsome. Hearty congratulations.
Are you breaking into cold sweats waiting for its arrival?
I would be...

Steve

Steve, this build has really opened my eyes to the tremendous amount of work and craftsmanship that you guys (luthiers) put into these instruments. I'm excited about this one....but also excited about my next build - a Kinnaird - have you heard of this guy? Haha!

[Steve Kinnaird]

Originally Posted by Stevied63

Steve, this build has really opened my eyes to the tremendous amount of work and craftsmanship that you guys (luthiers) put into these instruments. I'm excited about this one....but also excited about my next build - a Kinnaird - have you heard of this guy?

Just rumors mainly: that he builds a decent enough guitar, but he has terrible business sense...that he doesn't charge nearly enough for his work...that he almost gives stuff away...that sort of thing. And so, someday I'll own one myself!

[Stevied63]

Originally Posted by Steve Kinnaird

Just rumors mainly: that he builds a decent enough guitar, but he has terrible business sense...that he doesn't charge nearly enough for his work...that he almost gives stuff away...that sort of thing. And so, someday I'll own one myself!

Haha! I'll let you know what I think when mine is finished!

[JoeCharter]

Congrats, Steve!

There are many guitars that I'd love to own -- but none that I desire more than an SJ from Jim, especially in the classic BRW/cedar combo.

RE the shade of your top, it will probably look darker in person. Tough to really gauge on photo.

[Stevied63]

Originally Posted by JoeCharter

Congrats, Steve!

There are many guitars that I'd love to own -- but none that I desire more than an SJ from Jim, especially in the classic BRW/cedar combo.

RE the shade of your top, it will probably look darker in person. Tough to really gauge on photo.

Thanks Mau! I'm very excited. I was a little worried about the top shade, but in the latest pics it looks darker - and I love the grain. But like a nice meal, you can only admire with your eyes so much - tomorrow I'll get it in my hands!

[Johnny_Boy]

I won't worry too much about the top shade, assuming you want it to be darker. They will turn much darker in about a year. At least that is what I've noticed on my other cedar top guitar.

[frances50]

Originally Posted by Johnny_Boy

I won't worry too much about the top shade, assuming you want it to be darker. They will turn much darker in about a year. At least that is what I've noticed on my other cedar top guitar.

I was going to post the same thing. I've noticed that my cedar top has gotten a shade or two darker since I acquired it.

[Stevied63]

Hi Everyone!

The guitar is now in my hands, but since I've been travelling, I haven't had a chance to really spend time playing. My initial reaction, though, is much like you would expect - I love the tone...a sort of delicate clarity. I won't wax on about how it sounds (particularly as I'm not a good enough guitar player to truly appreciate the tone), but needless to say I am more than pleased.

As a coda to this thread, I wanted to share the truss rod cover that Larry Robinson did for me. I talked to Larry about wanting to personalize my guitar a little bit - I didn't want to go crazy with blingy inlays, but something that had meaning to me. We agreed on a truss rod cover inlay. I'm originally from Maine, and like many Mainers, I like winter. There are many things that remind me of winter in Maine - one of these is the sight of winter snow clinging to Hawthorn tree which still have winter berries on them. Larry came up with a design and completed this inlay. I think it looks terrific - he really captured what I was looking for. The inlay is Koa (branches), south african pink ivory (berries) and MOP (snow). A big thanks to Larry for doing this one!!

[BrunoBlack]

Beautiful guitar and I really like the TR cover. Very tasteful. Enjoy your guitar.

[cigarfan]

That TRC is superb. Love Larrys work. Sure hope you get to spend some quality time with that guitar soon!