Wilborn Black Lion DONE: VIDEO ADDED!!! - Page 14

SJ VanSandt · #**196** 10-10-2018, 05:15 AM

Hey Tom, thanks for drawing my attention to your Guitarapolooza show in the Events section here on AGF. I rarely think to look way down there, and apparently not many other people do either - only 121 views! Are there rules about you posting a thread here in the Custom Shop? I'm really excited about the opportunity to meet Ben Wilborn and Michael Watts, and all of the other makers and players as well.

And I'm dying to see your new Wilborn in person! I think it's the most beautiful work of his I've seen yet, and that's saying a lot - I'm a big fan.

cigarfan · #**197** 10-10-2018, 03:09 PM

My goodness that is a saucy little number! Beautiful in every way. Like a petite little lady with all her jewelry on! Can’t wait for next Spring.

TomB'sox · #**198** 10-10-2018, 03:30 PM

Thanks Stan and Dennis. She is a beauty and next Spring gets more exciting all of the time. My next thought is to invite the builder of my guitar cabinet. I have a feeling it would be great exposure for his product and he may want to be there too!!!! My mind is always working haha which is why I can't sleep at night.

When Ben sent the above pictures, something was not quite right with me and then I remembered I thought we had selected different tuners and indeed we had. Ben put these on because he was anxious to get this strung up and give it a try.

The tuners came in the mail today and will replace those in the above pics.

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Nemoman · #**199** 10-10-2018, 03:43 PM

That is really a sweet little guitar, Tom--can't wait to try it out in March!

Sent you an email BTW...

Godfather · #**200** 10-10-2018, 05:13 PM

In a word.... "Elegant"

Ukulele_Eddie · #**201** 10-10-2018, 11:06 PM

What a gorgeous instrument!!! Cannot wait to hear a sound sample when you get it. I go back and forth between Ben’s Bantam and Lion models as to which is my dream guitar.

TomB'sox · #**202** 10-11-2018, 06:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Nemoman

That is really a sweet little guitar, Tom--can't wait to try it out in March!

Sent you an email BTW...

Thank you, that is going to be just great!

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Originally Posted by Godfather

In a word.... "Elegant"

I like that word. I was just talking to Ben about it last night, just enough bling, just enough inlay, just enough everything so that the sum of the parts creates a perfect guitar!

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Originally Posted by Ukulele_Eddie

What a gorgeous instrument!!! Cannot wait to hear a sound sample when you get it. I go back and forth between Ben’s Bantam and Lion models as to which is my dream guitar.

Thanks, I am having an event at my house which Nemoman just eluded to that will feature several luthiers as well as Michael Watts. Ben will be among this group. This guitar will be there along with a few EllieBelle models and if we knew you were coming, I am sure we could have a Bantam there as well so you could try all 3 models back to back. There is more information in the Event subforum if interested. I promise it will be a really cool time.

TomB'sox · #**203** 10-11-2018, 06:32 AM

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invguy921 · #**204** 10-11-2018, 06:53 AM

Tom and Ben, that is simply one of the prettiest ive seen in a very very long time. Every element, every color, every detail fit so nicely together. What a great collaboration! Just super sweet guitar! Congrats to all!!

mountainguitar · #**205** 10-11-2018, 08:59 AM

What a beautiful instrument! It's almost worth trucking to Texas for next spring!!

I'm sure it's a joy to play too. What a cool guitar!

Enjoy it and maybe I'll get to see it in person!

beth

TomB'sox · #**206** 10-12-2018, 06:14 AM

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Originally Posted by invguy921

Tom and Ben, that is simply one of the prettiest ive seen in a very very long time. Every element, every color, every detail fit so nicely together. What a great collaboration! Just super sweet guitar! Congrats to all!!

Well, it was all me!!!!!

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Originally Posted by bmh1

What a beautiful instrument! It's almost worth trucking to Texas for next spring!!

I'm sure it's a joy to play too. What a cool guitar!

Enjoy it and maybe I'll get to see it in person!

beth

What is this maybe stuff??? I am counting on you to bring some class to the party!!! Someone has to balance out Paul, Cindy needs a break once in a while!

TomB'sox · #**207** 10-12-2018, 06:16 AM

New tuners are installed:

Snakewood buttons..

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mikealpine · #**208** 10-12-2018, 06:28 AM

Tom, all the little touches on this guitar add up to an amazing instrument. Love the addition of the tuner buttons. Everything ties in perfectly. Very happy for you!

mountainguitar · #**209** 10-12-2018, 09:34 AM

I've met Cindy- and I adore her! She does OK with old Paul....

. And Cindy is all about class!!!!

I really do want to go to hear them sing and play and meet you and your guitars.... It sounds like so much fun!

beth

TEK · #**210** 10-12-2018, 01:43 PM

Where is the famous Wilborn introduction video? I want to hear it! Beautiful guitar by the way.
Travis