Wow! How much will you age the guitar?
I wonder how he will give the clear coat that amber and vintage patina
Will you fade back and sides too?
Best way to relic a guitar is by accidents...
Correct me if I'm wrong, but you'll have her relic'ed, right?
Not what I know of. The maple is almost white so it reflects the UV back.UV lights! :wow
I understand the process but doesn't photooxidation hurt the top?
Check out the logo on the carI like the "Jäger 59" plate, too!
Polishing time!
Finally the magic nuclear Bavarian UV process is done!
As a reminder, this is what we started with:
This is what we were aiming for: (original Pearly Gates burst)
And this is the result:
Couldn't be happier! Florian has killed it! I love this color.
The sharp shade from the pickguard will be faded down by natural light.
Next up is sanding and flashcoat
My man, I have to say...that is freakin' absolutely, freakin', gorgeous. This has been a controversial project, so thank you very much for allowing us to take a ride along! But I think this is has shaped/shaping up to be an amazing make over.
In so far as the plug is concerned, it is barely visible and should be covered up nicely by the tailpiece I think.
The no-fade areas don't look quite right to me. My Norlin has not faded within the pickup rings (I'll not sully this thread with a pictures though). Were the pickups in-situ during the UV treatment ?
I also agree with F-Hole on not fully understanding why this is being done but admire the craftmanship and attention to detail we're seeing here. Everyone to their own though
So... You're comparing this handcrafted piece of art with a Norlin Les Paul. That's just great! Wow!
I'd take a '69-74 any day over a TH..but that's just me.:jim
Yours does look beautiful though.
I'd take a '69-74 any day over a TH..but that's just me.:jim
Yours does look beautiful though.