I got this as a birthday present in March, and I almost sent it back due to the mismatched, poorly flamed top. After getting to know her for a while, I decided she was a keeper. I also decided to make this my first Scotchbrite project.

I got some work done today; I used my mouse sander to Scotchbrite the back and sides, installed a Switchcraft USA toggle and my Mullard Tropical Fish caps. I also installed pointers and reflector knobs (actually I installed the knobs a couple weeks ago). Here's how she looks now -





And the back...


It's coming along nicely. I just wish I had more time to work on my projects. I haven't decided for sure, but I think I'm going to install AL3K pickups after I swap the magnets for alnico 4s. At that point, I'll do the Scotchbriting on the front. More that likely, I'll put the pickguard back on after that's all done. I know, I know...but I like guards.

Hope you enjoy the guitar pr0n!