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adam
03-12-2013, 09:02 AM
Enter your finished guitar here to be judged for Pit Bull Guitars January Guitar of the Month.
Remember:
One guitar per member per month (if we have more than 8 entries)
It must be a Pit Bull Guitars kit (mods and upgrades acceptable)
We need 4 photos: full guitar shot from the front, close up of the body finish, shot of the back of the guitar and close up of the headstock (please no brand name logos)
Post your photos in this thread or email them to adam@pitbullguitars.com.
Competition for December closes 31 December 2013.
Winner will be judged by the Pit Bull Guitars Panel.

johnandles
03-12-2013, 10:30 PM
My Strat build. Finished in home brew tru-oil,then bees wax.
Treble bleed mod,no load blender pot mod.
Replaced pickups and pearl pick guard.
The headstock was fashioned from a wine glass and a frying pan,(to get the curves)
Sounds great.
Pleased for my first build.
Cheers
John
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/we265-IMG_3731.JPG
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/d3d9q-IMG_3732.JPG

jarrod
03-12-2013, 10:49 PM
wow that looks stunning john , well done mate

lawry
03-12-2013, 11:40 PM
That looks very silky. Excellently done.
I like how you did the headstock.
I used a microwave dish and a shot glass for mine. Who needs CNC? ;-)

stan
04-12-2013, 06:35 AM
very nice natural look John

gavinturner
04-12-2013, 10:35 AM
Great work John. Bet she sounds as good as she looks. What's your recipe for home brew tru-oil?

Cheers,
Gav.

johnandles
04-12-2013, 11:40 AM
Gavin, This is my first build,the homebrew tru-oil is someones recipe i tried off the net..( Six drops of The Essence of Terror, / Five drops of Sinister Sauce. #
Count Kook: # When the stirring's done, may I lick the spoon? #)
Sorry, wrong recipe.....My sauce is..... Diggers pale boiled linseed oil,oil based varnish,mineral turpentine. all equal parts...takes a while to digest..then finished with "Disneys bees wax"...an all Australian product?

jarrod
04-12-2013, 11:48 AM
This is my first Build so thought I would enter it.
Pitbull TLA-1 (ACE'S HIGH)
Wudtone Natural neck
water based Black
Clear coat 2pk with HotRod silver sparkle
airbrushing done with water based auto air paints
Fender delta tone inners with mojo mod
Fender Texas pickups
pearl scratch plate
Fender gold plated jack plug.
Pic's just don't do the Gloss and depth of shine any justice I'm afraid

http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/7585v-Tele1-bmp.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/3bpp8-tele2-bmp.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/b0jki-neck-bmp.jpg

johnandles
04-12-2013, 12:05 PM
Jarrod,nice build....I think we are like Madonnas' Just like a virgin..
Cheers
John

jarrod
04-12-2013, 01:18 PM
LOL John , the unfortunate thing is this ain't gonna be the last . I enjoyed it from start to finish way to much. And finally playing it was something else.

adam
10-12-2013, 10:27 AM
Here's our very first International entry. Byron from the US has submitted this LP-1 finished in his own custom blue. I'll let him explain:

"Since I couldn't find exactly the right blue stain I wanted, I went to the local office supply store and picked up some water based blue and black ink that is normally used for refilling stamp pads. In a container with a little bit of water, I added the ink until it was about the right color. I made 3 mixtures to try and make a burst effect (black, dark blue, and blue). I then applied it to scrap wood to see how it looked and made adjustments to the mixes as necessary. It's a little bit outside the box, but turned out pretty well I think."

Headstock inspired by Bart Simpson (I think Wokka and Byron would get along)

http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Byrons-LP-1-2.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Byrons-LP-1-1.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Byrons-LP-1-4.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Byrons-LP-1-3.jpg

adam
10-12-2013, 10:34 AM
Another entry for January Guitar of the Month. This one, another LP-1 from Phillip.

"This is my first kit build guitar and I was pleasantly surprised with how it worked out. First I stained it black then sanded out to enhance the grain, then Cedar Feast Watson spirit stain, followed by 2k clear. Used all stock parts except for the mity mite pickups that I have had since the 70's. First set up and play was pleasing and it sounds great. I will be doing some more in the future."

http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Phils-LP-1-4.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Phils-LP-1-1.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Phils-LP-1-2.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Phils-LP-1-3.jpg

pablopepper
10-12-2013, 11:43 AM
Wow. Two killer LPs to start the month off. That blue burst is stunning.

WeirdBits
10-12-2013, 12:15 PM
Is January becoming LPOTM? Two absolutely stunning guitars. Judges, start sweating now...

keloooe
10-12-2013, 08:02 PM
Yay!!! GO Les Pauls!!!
Stunning, stunning and stunning entries... This will be very fun to watch

robin
11-12-2013, 12:34 AM
Oh my goodness!!

We've only just started the second week of December and 4 stunning entries already. Well done gentlemen, all worthy contenders for GOTM. This is going to be a stellar month.

rob

Fretworn
11-12-2013, 01:59 AM
Hot Dang! They both look great. I'm seriously close to packing this in and taking up knitting as a hobby instead.

AJ
11-12-2013, 04:04 AM
God Dam! the competition is way up the scale to commercial (factory) standards! Might not bother entering my humble effort at a the TL-1...

Gavin1393
11-12-2013, 05:21 AM
AJ, we discussed this when you were paroled from the NAUGHTY CORNER, it's not whether you win or lose GOTM but that you made the effort to enter.....

AJ
11-12-2013, 06:31 AM
/<\\/p>[]<\\/p>/Quote from Gavin1393 on December 10, 2013, 14:21
AJ, we discussed this when you were paroled from the NAUGHTY CORNER, it's not whether you win or lose GOTM but that you made the effort to enter.....


Oooops.. sowwie.. must-a been a "Senior Moment" again.. lol

the standard is sooooooo goood !

dingobass
11-12-2013, 09:20 AM
Just so you guys know, in the new year the naughty corner will be upgraded to the naughty room.

There wiil no be WiFi connection either :)

AJ
11-12-2013, 10:32 AM
time for the naughty corner to have a shop stewards meeting..lol

Gavin1393
11-12-2013, 11:26 AM
/<\\/p>[]<\\/p>/Quote from AJ on December 10, 2013, 19:32
time for the naughty corner to have a shop stewards meeting..lol



Seconded!

keloooe
11-12-2013, 08:08 PM
Still waiting on my special area to be built in the naughty room DB!
And guys, I'll bring my own wifi and share a tad bit with you :P

wokkaboy
11-12-2013, 11:51 PM
Agreed AJ and Gav we need to have a meeting about this no wifi business. I think if we buy DB a case of Honey Turkey for xmas we will get what we want - maybe a new bandsaw, more power tools and a heap of cured timber to work with !

vinceradice
16-12-2013, 07:31 AM
Here is my Build, the Kit was a SG-1F. I highlighted the flame with Black Ink and painted the back and sides with a spray can of Acrylic gloss black, and all finished with Acrylic gloss clear. /Users/bassendeanmotorcycles/Desktop/IMG_1351.jpg/Users/bassendeanmotorcycles/Desktop/IMG_1354.jpg

vinceradice
16-12-2013, 07:37 AM
Here is my Build, the Kit was a SG-1F. I highlighted the flame with Black Ink and painted the back and sides with a spray can of Acrylic gloss black, and all finished with Acrylic gloss clear.
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/itqr4-IMG_1351.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/06g76-IMG_1354.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Vin-SG1-2.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Vin-SG1-1.jpg

robin
16-12-2013, 07:58 AM
Vince, what a classy looking guitar. Great treatment of the flame top. I love it.

cheers
rob

Brendan
16-12-2013, 08:06 AM
Nice job Vince - just need headstock, overall guitar and back photos to get the overall effect of the guitar.

Brendan
16-12-2013, 01:27 PM
My entry - JB-4M
Upgrades - bridge replaced with a much heavier bridge - created some dramas as caused the action to be much higher - the bridge is now recessed slightly;
- electronics - pots and caps changed out for CTS / Orange Drops;
- Black MOP dots to replace the tacky placky ones;
- pickguard - one I picked up at auction on eBay.

Finish:
2 coats shellac;
6 coats NC oil.


http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/i7097-Guitar.JPG
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/528x5-Body.JPG
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/q263c-Back.JPG

Brendan
16-12-2013, 01:30 PM
And the headstock.
Plays like a dream.
Did get an assist from Gav when I had a few issues, so thanks for the help bud!
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/8f88l-Headstock.JPG

Bass Guy
16-12-2013, 07:07 PM
Oh my giddy aunt, what a stunner!

robin
16-12-2013, 09:41 PM
Well done Brendan, what a super build. Looks beautiful, well done mate.

rob

jarrod
16-12-2013, 09:47 PM
Love the natural look. Stunning and well built

WeirdBits
16-12-2013, 11:46 PM
Very, very nice Brendan, fantastic looking headstock too.

Brendan
17-12-2013, 12:48 AM
Thanks guys for the feedback. I may need to add another photo to get a decent one of the pickguard - it's a blue mirror and every photo I take of it picks up something in the background.

wokkaboy
17-12-2013, 02:21 AM
well done Brendan you must be very pleased with the results and handy to have Gav's help with some of the mods you made. Expect a visit from Bass Guy or DingoBass with an empty bass case !

wokkaboy
22-12-2013, 08:37 AM
my entry for January GOTM, watermelon ash strat in azure lagoon with vintage yellow neck
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/v74pu-front.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/17qfp-front-close.jpg

wokkaboy
22-12-2013, 08:41 AM
headstock and back pics
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/00r16-headstock.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/fx8zf-back.jpg

Brendan
22-12-2013, 11:16 AM
No pips on that baby - nice job Woks!

Andyport
28-12-2013, 08:46 AM
Andy's JR-1DC in Tobacco Burst.

Grain filled using Timbermate Teak.
Sunburst stain was hand rubbed on.
Clear lacquer coats sprayed, then cut and polished.

Standard kit other than truss rod cover and orange drop capacitor.

http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/a79oh-Body-Full.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/95k0e-Body-Close.jpg
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/911qz-Back-Full.jpg

Andyport
28-12-2013, 08:47 AM
Headstock photo.
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/5421e-Headstock.jpg

Gavin1393
28-12-2013, 11:36 PM
Wow!!!!!!

wokkaboy
29-12-2013, 03:05 AM
yes looks amazing Andy, another awesome build. Going to another tough month for judges !

stan
29-12-2013, 05:12 AM
awesome line up, another tough judging month...

Gavin1393
29-12-2013, 09:38 AM
Ad's, DB...i have just heard that there was a late cancellation overseas at Rotto....I've booked us in for the next two weeks....will someone please notify Bones that he will need to be the sole judge this month.......especially since his leave days now equal 0!

adam
01-01-2014, 12:38 AM
LAST CALL!! Make sure your entry is in by midnight tonight to be in the running for Pit Bull Guitars January Guitar of the Month.

Judges (DB, Bones, Gav and Robin), I'll send you the final entries by email tomorrow (New Year's day).

vh2580
01-01-2014, 02:19 AM
Tonys ESP-1

Finished in Wudtone Burning Sun
Seymour Duncan SH-2 Neck Sh-4 Bridge
Gibson three way switch
Fidelity Upgrade
Fret board in Beeswax
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/1oc8b-ESP-Guitar-015.JPG
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/6a49u-ESP-Guitar-031.JPG

vh2580
01-01-2014, 02:23 AM
more
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/edabz-ESP-Guitar-017.JPG
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/0ya11-ESP-Guitar-042.JPG

vh2580
01-01-2014, 02:26 AM
more
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/9g2pj-ESP-Guitar-027.JPG
http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2z0x8-ESP-Guitar-026.JPG

Gavin1393
01-01-2014, 06:19 AM
Really nice colour choice, well finished. Was that a glue splotch on the back?

vh2580
01-01-2014, 08:30 AM
Hi Gavin,

I originally thought that it was. After a lot of sanding {orbital and hand)it seemed more of an anomally than glue as it does have grain and the centre is a bit like a knot.
It looks lighter in the photo but definitely did not take up as much of the one coat of deep as the surrounding area.

MetalMatt
02-01-2014, 05:39 AM
Amazing quality guitars (and basses) - especially those 2 Les Pauls. Very nice.
Jarrod's airbrushing skills on the cards on the Tele are fantastic too! Great looking guitar!

johnandles
06-01-2014, 05:32 AM
Love the natural look

adam
07-01-2014, 08:15 AM
And the winner is...

Another very tough one to judge this month, we even had a few perfect 10's from Judges.

Anyhoo, in third place, we have Tony's ESP-1.

http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Tonys-ESP-1.jpg

"A natural golden timber finish and simple black hardware combine to create a beautifully elegant guitar."

"I really like the finish on this guitar. Not too many of these being made so pleased to see this one in the comp. I think I might look at one of these myself seeing as Tony did such a good job on this one."



In second place, it's Phil's LP-1.

http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Phils-LP-1-4-815x450.jpg

"Nicely put together, great looking guitar. The flamed maple top has been finished superbly."

"If I was looking for a classic finish for my LP this would be it.
It has that classic look of all those LP's from years gone-bye.
That beautiful Flame Top has been tastefully set off by the classic cream pickups, surrounds and gold knobs."


In first place... it's a tie again.

The judges could not separate Andy's JR-1DC and Jarrod's TL-1

http://www.pitbullguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/winners-689x450.jpg

JR-1DC:

"Oh my! simply superb. Love the headstocks as always. Oozes GAS appeal!"

"Simplicity taken to the ultimate degree with an awesome burst and impeccable finish.
So understated that it just screams to be picked up and played.
And topped off with Andy's usual amazing headstock and Logo."

TL-1

"Stunning work of art.
A totally professional looking guitar that could take pride of place in any guitar shop. You cannot help but be drawn to this guitar.
It has the WOW factor in Spades (Diamonds, Clubs and Hearts as well), a lay down Misere as a serious contender for GOTM."

"Lock this one away. Great idea followed up with a great finish. Certainly a guitar to be proud of."


Congrats to the winners and well down to everyone, there really wasn't many points separating the lowest and highest scores.

GlennGP
07-01-2014, 08:28 AM
Well done all. I am repeatedly stunned and gratified by the quality of guitars being produced in this community. Please also let us hear them by posting a short vid or sound file! If I had to pick I'd be going the LP-1 or the JR-1DC, both fantastic looking guitars! (But that's not to say either of the other two aren't tasty, just that if I had to pick that's where I'd be going!)

WeirdBits
07-01-2014, 08:35 AM
Congrats to Andy and Jarrod, both are stunning guitars and very worthy joint winners. And, well done to all the other entrants, a high class month indeed. Hat tip to the judges for your efforts as well.

jarrod
07-01-2014, 09:13 AM
Wow I can't believe it. Thank you for your kind words and I don't quite know what to say. All the other contenders were such incredible looking guitars I honestly didn't think I would be in the running. So thank you to the judges and thanks for everyone's support and a big hat tip to everyone who entered this month , the quality as Glenn said is just outstanding.

maxaxe
07-01-2014, 09:19 AM
Congrats to all entrants & winners :D .

The quality of builds & finishes has become almost unbelievably good.
How the judges are supposed to select the winners defeats me.

The only problem now is: how will mortals like myself manage to compete?

Analyst69
07-01-2014, 09:39 AM
/<\\/p>[]<\\/p>/Quote from maxaxe on January 6, 2014, 18:19

...The only problem now is: how will mortals like myself manage to compete?


I'll second that Max. All of these guitars were outstanding.

It's not just the quality of finishes, but the thought and creativity in the choices that seems to make them stand out.

Well done to all entrants...great to see the final products and love watching them evolve in the build diaries.

Cheers

Darren

robin
07-01-2014, 09:50 AM
I am gob-smacked that each month we seem to be getting guitars of a higher standard. If it keeps up at this rate we will have some of the "real" guitar shops checking us out.

Well done to all entrants, there is no shame in being pipped at the post by Jarrod and Andy, every guitar entered this month was a winner in my books.

rob

wokkaboy
07-01-2014, 09:52 AM
congratulations to Jarrod and Andy, both were faultless entries. Also congrats to Phil and Tony making the podium.
As everyone has said its hard to choose a winner with the high standard of entries.
Big thanks again to the judges for another tough month to choose a winner.
Andy does that make 3 GOTM awards ? must be the highest of all the forumites I think. Well done !

lawry
07-01-2014, 10:02 AM
Man. Sure glad it wasn't me having to judge the entries. Congratulations to all, especially the finalists and in particular to Jarrod and Andy.
Well done.

Brendan
07-01-2014, 10:47 AM
Congratulations guys - all 4 guitars are amazing and would take pride of place in anyone's collection.

vh2580
07-01-2014, 10:07 PM
Congrats Jarrod and Andy, Stunning guitars.
Phil loved the finish on that LP, classy as.
Consistantly see Guitars that i would spend hard earned on in this forum.

Andyport
07-01-2014, 10:42 PM
Far out, did not think the humble little Junior would come close!
Congrats to Jarrod and all other contestants...fantastic guitars by everyone.
Thanks guys for all the lovely comments.
Stoked! :D
Andy

Fretworn
08-01-2014, 01:28 AM
Congratulations!

(Andy, make sure you tell everyone which in advance which month your JM-1 is coming up for GOTM, so everyone else can avoid that month.)

gavinturner
08-01-2014, 07:14 PM
Well done to all who entered this month - all entries were absolutely superb! As for the winners, Jarrod's airbrushing skills were sure to get him to the podium, and Andy has his own comfy chair installed up there. Congrats to those two divas and to everyone else. The standard is so high these days, it's becoming less and less likely that I'll even enter at this rate! :).

cheers,
Gav.

pablopepper
08-01-2014, 09:44 PM
Jeez Gav, if you can't enter what hope do the rest of us plebs have? Good thing I got in early I suppose.

But seriously, congrats to the winners and great job to everyone who had an entry in. Another tough month.

Kona Dog
13-02-2014, 01:32 AM
Wow....every one was a masterpiece.