Yes yes, i am still alive. Slightly!
Being OCD with a strong will is difficult. As much trouble i have had with guitars, my will and desire to not be defeated still keeps me building these things. I am sure it will kill me at some point.
I have built a few so far this year. I cant believe i started off the year only building strats. But hey, its what the people want.
Here is a Quilted Makore strat i made for a returning customer. This is his 3rd guitar. He was going to put the hardware on himself again.
25.5" scale, 7 piece Mahogany, walnut, paduak and maple neck.
24 fret pau ferro fretboard
Bookmatched quilted makore veneer on top
Awesome looking flamed mahogany body.
I also started to carve the heel and back horn more dramatically. It feels great and looks cool too.