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Old 04-20-2018, 01:28 PM
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Default Update on my CA "OX"

It arrived very well packaged and HEAVY. It's case is black alligator grain genuine plastic. Between the weight of the case and the yet to be viewed "OX", I had to use my stronger right arm to navigate the steps down to my studio (man cave).

Time for the unveiling: it is black, it is heavy, it is gorgeous. Did I mention it is BLACK? The action is perfect and it holds pitch (or whatever you call it) all the way to the body. No damage to be seen although the soundboard is not a completely flat surface. I am pleased.

The unveiling is over. Time to celebrate. I pulled a half empty (maybe I am a pessimist) bottle of Hogs Bourbon out of my secret place and poured myself two fingers of this nectar of the rednecks. As a rule, I do not drink by myself but my cats do not like bourbon. Hog's is soooo relaxing but I think I have lost weight. My two fingers must have become thinner. I will compensate.

Time to tune her up. Hmmm, medium strings....no problemo. Did I mention the weight? Crap! First problem. I am built like a bowling ball and the available turf on the top of my right leg is minimal at best. Normally, this is not a problem but the surface on this guitar is slicker than monkey snot on a brass doorknob. I can fix this with the same stuff I put on my car's dashboard.

Whew, first problem is overcome. Time to celebrate some more. Three fingers of Hogs Bourbon sounds about right.

To be continued.....
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Old 04-20-2018, 01:55 PM
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Interested to hear what you think! I am contemplating my first "full-size" CF purchase (I currently have an Emerald X7) and have been going back and forth between the Rainsong CH-series, Emerald X20 and the CA OX and GX guitars. I tend to doubt I'd be disappointed in any of them, but making up one's mind is not easy!

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Old 04-20-2018, 03:30 PM
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I like your style Brain, everything’s better when you are feeling “refreshed”.

Perhaps we can see some pics while you are still able to focus ?

Cheers !
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Old 04-20-2018, 04:36 PM
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Congrats on the new acquisition! I haven't tried one myself, but several here use a Neck Up to keep their guitar in place on their lap. (I'm a strap kinda guy) Add my name to the list that would enjoy seeing photos of your OX.

Photos such as this are not acceptable...



Enjoy your new guitar!
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Old 04-20-2018, 05:21 PM
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two fingers... Three fingers

To be continued.....
You play guitar with those fingers??

Monkey snot should dry and become sticky enough to keep and OX from slipping and easier to open a door too I suppose.
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Old 04-20-2018, 10:57 PM
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Those last 3 posts are why I love the CF Forum. LMAO
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Old 04-21-2018, 04:01 AM
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Those last 3 posts are why I love the CF Forum. LMAO
I am starting to like it as well... Once I almost learnt something.
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Old 04-21-2018, 08:46 AM
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Guess the bourbon did the trick. He did not get a chance to play yet.
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Old 04-21-2018, 10:45 AM
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I have decided my OX is a him. Is nickname is "Slick"!

More later when I can unravel my fingers.
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Old 04-21-2018, 12:52 PM
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I have decided my OX is a him. Is nickname is "Slick"!

More later when I can unravel my fingers.
Slick The OX
Not by Henry Gibson

Slick the OX...
When played it rocks
Not much bling
And sho can sing

Slick the OX
From the CA flocks
Can hold it's tune
From now till June

Slick the OX
Can take hard knocks
Can double as a paddle
Or weapon in battle

Slick the OX
Is not just for jocks
Can be played by you
And yes me too

Slick the OX
Wood it mocks
Will last for ever
In any endeavor

Slick the OX
So cool like a fox
Much fun to play
Will want to everyday

Slick the OX
Right outa the box
Is always ready
As it is so steady

Slick the OX
Beatles' or Bach's
Can handle it all
Whilst having a ball


Just rhymin'.


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Old 04-21-2018, 03:02 PM
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WOW! Some hot rhyming going on there. Poor Braindead, now he has to unravel his fingers, learn to play the guitar, and write music for your lyrics. We may not hear from him for a while.
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Old 04-29-2018, 10:23 AM
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WOW! Some hot rhyming going on there. Poor Braindead, now he has to unravel his fingers, learn to play the guitar, and write music for your lyrics. We may not hear from him for a while.
Either the Hogs or the beautiful lyrics but I am still in recovery. JBK, thanks so much for the elegant lyrics. Slick's bridge is curling and I think he is trying to SMILE!

I WILL BE BAAAAHCK.

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Old 04-29-2018, 10:38 AM
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Either the Hogs or the lyrics but I am still in recovery. I will be baaahck!
Ha...silly... prolly both
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Old 04-29-2018, 10:59 AM
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Private message to JBK. No one else is ALLOWED to read this.

JBK, I sending this to you as a private message. It is not my wish to stress you out or embarrass you....OK? You have already done sooo much for me and Slick.

Would you please measure the bridge pins in your vintage OX for me???
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Old 04-29-2018, 11:10 AM
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Private message to JBK. No one else is ALLOWED to read this.

JBK, I sending this to you as a private message. It is not my wish to stress you out or embarrass you....OK? You have already done sooo much for me and Slick.

Would you please measure the bridge pins in your vintage OX for me???
I didn't read it
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