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Originally Posted by Guitars44me
I am late here... sigh
But glad I saw this. What a beauty! Jakes guitars have a fine rep and this one is going to be FINE!!!
Love the headstock back plate of your cool veneer!
I am jealous as my custom John Kinnairds would require a cross country trip to check out in progress... you are so fortunate to be SO close.
Have fun
Paul
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Thanks Paul. Jake does a great job with his guitars.
As I shared in another post, the Burled Walnut veneer is from our family's veneer business that my wife grandfather started in 1929, so it is special! He was known as the Baron of Rosewood. At one time he owned more Brazilian Rosewood than anyone in the world. We still have quite a stash...all documented of course! A lot of it was purchased in the 30's & 40's. The heel cap on the neck will have the Burl too.
It is cool to be able to drop by Jakes shop whenever I want, but is hard to not stop by every day. Luckily I have been able to control myself and keep it to a minimum.
Hope to get some photos next week just before spraying and after the first few coats have been applied.
Stay tuned.