Wokkas ES-1G in Mahogany and dark amber

Hi all, purchased the ES-1G kit same time as the FV kit, picture shows how it looked bare from the kit, got 1st base coat of dark amber (surrounds) and mahogany (centre) on the top, the flame maple top feels alive after just one coat. Being such a big bodied guitar really have to make the wudtone last as I'll probably only get 2 base coats of mahogany on. The colours are almost identical, but hopefully after 2nd coat on top the sunburst affect will be more obvious. I had a mad panic Saturday night not knowing how to install pots/input jack and switch with the body having a closed control area but found out they have to be installed through the F hole, thats going to be a challenge.
More updates to come soon

cheers Wokka
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...5-18.03.04.jpg
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Oh wow! It's so pretty! I'd be tempted to leave it like that, nice and subtle.

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Quote from pablopepper on February 18, 2013, 14:52
Oh wow! It's so pretty! I'd be tempted to leave it like that, nice and subtle.

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yes Pablo I will give the top one more coat of dark amber and mahogany and try and blend the sunburst line more. Need to get the finish more consistent too, some parts of the top the wudtone doesn't soak in as well as others

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Quote from wokkaboy on February 18, 2013, 15:49

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Quote from pablopepper on February 18, 2013, 14:52
Oh wow! It's so pretty! I'd be tempted to leave it like that, nice and subtle.

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yes Pablo I will give the top one more coat of dark amber and mahogany and try and blend the sunburst line more. Need to get the finish more consistent too, some parts of the top the wudtone doesn't soak in as well as others

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That could be the same polished wood issue Gavin had with his. He had to rough up the surface with a wire brush to allow the surface to absorb the Wudtone from memory...

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Quote from pablopepper on February 18, 2013, 14:52
Oh wow! It's so pretty! I'd be tempted to leave it like that, nice and subtle.

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yes Pablo I will give the top one more coat of dark amber and mahogany and try and blend the sunburst line more. Need to get the finish more consistent too, some parts of the top the wudtone doesn't soak in as well as others

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That could be the same polished wood issue Gavin had with his. He had to rough up the surface with a wire brush to allow the surface to absorb the Wudtone from memory...

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Hi Stui,
yes I read Gavin's thread and he did use a wire brush, might give it a go

Hi all,
sanded top edges a safe amount so I didn't sand through the veneer, but tried to apply 2nd coat of dark amber heavier on edges, a light sand and 3rd coat will concentrate on sunbursting more next coat. Starting to come together now, stay tuned for next coat should be looking more complete
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...0-22.25.49.jpg
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...0-22.22.18.jpg

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Quote from wokkaboy on February 20, 2013, 23:18
Hi all,
sanded top edges a safe amount so I didn't sand through the veneer, but tried to apply 2nd coat of dark amber heavier on edges, a light sand and 3rd coat will concentrate on sunbursting more next coat. Starting to come together now, stay tuned for next coat should be looking more complete
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...0-22.25.49.jpg
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...0-22.22.18.jpg

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That is just so beautiful!!! I can see the burst starting to emerge from the veneer more clearly now, can't wait for it to have the top coat on!!!

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Quote from keloooe on February 21, 2013, 04:57

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Quote from wokkaboy on February 20, 2013, 23:18
Hi all,
sanded top edges a safe amount so I didn't sand through the veneer, but tried to apply 2nd coat of dark amber heavier on edges, a light sand and 3rd coat will concentrate on sunbursting more next coat. Starting to come together now, stay tuned for next coat should be looking more complete
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...0-22.25.49.jpg
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...0-22.22.18.jpg

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That is just so beautiful!!! I can see the burst starting to emerge from the veneer more clearly now, can't wait for it to have the top coat on!!!

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Yes Callum I want to concentrate on the edges still has parts where wudtone isn't soaking in, thats the priority before I get the sunbursting done. Should get another coat on the top tonight

Here's what the top looks like with some phone photo editing !
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...-base-coat.jpg
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...-effect-ES.png

Here's the ES with 3rd coat, flame maple top starting to jump out but still not happy with edges still not taking in the wudtone. The back doesn't have any glue problems mahogany soaking in well 2nd coat on back and sides
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...1-23.14.29.jpg
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...1-23.12.27.jpg
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...1-23.17.00.jpg

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Quote from wokkaboy on February 21, 2013, 23:34
Here's the ES with 3rd coat, flame maple top starting to jump out but still not happy with edges still not taking in the wudtone. The back doesn't have any glue problems mahogany soaking in well 2nd coat on back and sides
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...1-23.14.29.jpg
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...1-23.12.27.jpg
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...1-23.17.00.jpg

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You talking about the binding that isn't taking the Luthier's Gold??? Yea, bindings don't like it too much!!!

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Quote from keloooe on February 22, 2013, 04:58

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Quote from wokkaboy on February 21, 2013, 23:34
Here's the ES with 3rd coat, flame maple top starting to jump out but still not happy with edges still not taking in the wudtone. The back doesn't have any glue problems mahogany soaking in well 2nd coat on back and sides
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...1-23.14.29.jpg
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...1-23.12.27.jpg
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...1-23.17.00.jpg

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You talking about the binding that isn't taking the Luthier's Gold??? Yea, bindings don't like it too much!!!

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The bloody bindings take the Wudtone just fine, it's the gliue used on the bindings Callum.

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Quote from Gavin1393 on February 22, 2013, 06:57

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Quote from wokkaboy on February 21, 2013, 23:34
Here's the ES with 3rd coat, flame maple top starting to jump out but still not happy with edges still not taking in the wudtone. The back doesn't have any glue problems mahogany soaking in well 2nd coat on back and sides
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...1-23.14.29.jpg
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...1-23.12.27.jpg
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...1-23.17.00.jpg

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You talking about the binding that isn't taking the Luthier's Gold??? Yea, bindings don't like it too much!!!

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The bloody bindings take the Wudtone just fine, it's the gliue used on the bindings Callum.

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Ah, ok!

The bloody bindings take the Wudtone just fine, it's the gliue used on the bindings Callum. [/quote]
Ah, ok![/quote]
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Gavin, thanks for pointing that out to young Callum

I'm taking the ES to Dingobass's this arvo for him to have a look at, if 1800-DINGOBASS can't fix the problem who can ?

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Quote from wokkaboy on February 22, 2013, 11:44
The bloody bindings take the Wudtone just fine, it's the gliue used on the bindings Callum.

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Ah, ok![/quote]
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Gavin, thanks for pointing that out to young Callum

I'm taking the ES to Dingobass's this arvo for him to have a look at, if 1800-DINGOBASS can't fix the problem who can ?[/quote]
Seriously, I go nuts when I see that!!!

I never posted a complete photo of the ES-1G, here it is !
http://pitbullguitars.com/wp-content...1-23.00.56.jpg

Another amazing job Wokka. That dark amber has really popped the figured maple. Awesome.

cheers,
Gavin.

looks great wokka, some inspiration to get on with mine

Looks sweet Wokka, so what next

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/<\\/p>[]<\\/p>/Quote from Tim on September 16, 2013, 18:47
Looks sweet Wokka, so what next

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...if Woks and I ever get out of therapy after the wiring job we'll let you all know!!

Judging from his funky designs, I don't think he's finished therapy just yet.