Highly Figured Cocobolo Hatcher SJ Build

[choucas09]

I think that is is probably the best looking back and sides I've ever seen and so classy with the dark binding, simply sumptious. Am currently checking to see what kidneys sell for.

[Mark Hatcher]

Originally Posted by choucas09

I think that is is probably the best looking back and sides I've ever seen and so classy with the dark binding, simply sumptious. Am currently checking to see what kidneys sell for.

Thanks Choucas,

Let me know how you make out with those kidneys

[mikealpine]

Sell bodily fluids; they are a renewable resource!!

[Mark Hatcher]

Hello,

Here of a couple pics with the seal coat on. There is nothing being done to the front yet, as that will be French polished.





Thanks!

[Richie H]

Great looking back/sides!!!

Did you match the size of your soundhole to macdonalds-size coffeecup lids, or is just a lucky coincidence?

[Joel Stehr]

Man, that is one SWEET looking guitar!

[Mark Hatcher]

Originally Posted by Joel Stehr

Man, that is one SWEET looking guitar!

Thanks Richie and Joel,

I'm excited to get this guitar back on track and finished!

Mark

[Mark Hatcher]

Here is the back with the first polyester coats on. Today, it is getting leveled and final finish coat applied.





Thanks for viewing!

[Mark Hatcher]

Hello,

The back and sides are finished and the guitar body has been shipped back today. I'll be able to start the French polishing the soundboard on Thursday.
Here are three pictures.







Thanks

[StringMeUp]

This is turning out great, Mark!!!!

[Harmonist34]

Truly beautiful.

[Mark Hatcher]

Originally Posted by StringMeUp

This is turning out great, Mark!!!!

Thanks StringMeUp and Andrew!

I'm really looking forward to getting it back into my shop and finished up.
I am still planning to put this guitar on a road trip, probably in June. So anyone interested, please PM me.

Thanks Again
Mark

[Mark Hatcher]

Hello,

Today I got the Josie body back with the back and sides finished. Here are a couple pics I took quick. I tried to keep the reflections down to a minimum so you could get a good sense of the color.





I'll post again soon as I start the French polish sessions on the top.

Thanks for checking in!

[KolayaGuitars]

Did Joe White finish it? Man, that's a real nice looking guitar! Definitely been a fun build to watch, thanks!

Brad

[Mark Hatcher]

Originally Posted by KolayaGuitars

Did Joe White finish it? Man, that's a real nice looking guitar! Definitely been a fun build to watch, thanks!

Brad

Hi Brad,

Yes, Joe White is a pleasure to work with and one of the best guitar finishers out there.

Thanks!
Mark