First build - TL-1TH

[Simon Barden]

You really need (IMO) to get a full set of micromesh, rather than just one sheet, as the benefit is being able to go up the grits.

I buy a set like this. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Micro-Mesh-...type=ss&sr=1-3

They last quite a long time, so I tend to buy a new set every other year with my usage. They are the final polishing stages, so your normal sandpapers do all the heavy lifting and wear.

[jugglindan]

You really need (IMO) to get a full set of micromesh, rather than just one sheet, as the benefit is being able to go up the grits.

I buy a set like this. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Micro-Mesh-...type=ss&sr=1-3

They last quite a long time, so I tend to buy a new set every other year with my usage. They are the final polishing stages, so your normal sandpapers do all the heavy lifting and wear.

I am sure you are right. I am just trying to limit purchases. I was hoping I could sand up to 1200, then use the micro-mesh followed by the synthetic 0000 steel wool pad.

I also should have checked on eBay. The postage from the Sandpaper Man is a quick way to double the price.

[McCreed]

That set that Simon linked is the same as I have.
Mine came as a kit with 9 sheets, foam block and Micro-Gloss Polish. I bought it about 7 years ago and have only replaced a few of the lower grade sheets since. The old ones still work pretty well though and I keep them for other jobs.
I don't think I've ever gone beyond the 6000, and tbh, probably could stop at 4000 without a very noticeable difference.

[jugglindan]

Sigh, I just bought a 9 piece, 1500 to 12000 set for $23 (free postage). Should do me for a while. Probably would have been helpful on the polished metal enclosure for the phaser as well. Oh well, that's beyond polishing now that the decal is on.

With all this outlay on tools, I really need to build at least 5 guitars to get value for money!

[Simon Barden]

I don't think I've ever gone beyond the 6000, and tbh, probably could stop at 4000 without a very noticeable difference.

Whereas I find that for getting a polish on paint or plastic, it's the 8000 and 12000 that really get things shiny. Less so for frets, but I like to know that the frets are as smooth as I can get them (especially when followed by metal polish).

[McCreed]

With all this outlay on tools, I really need to build at least 5 guitars to get value for money!

You now need to present this guitar-onomics theory to your partner...

[Simon Barden]

You need to get a construction line going, so that you've always got another kit to be working on whilst you're waiting for paint/finish on the previous one to dry.

[jugglindan]

You now need to present this guitar-onomics theory to your partner...

Well, I do have the green light for one more. Based on conversations I think I could get away with one every 6 months.

You need to get a construction line going, so that you've always got another kit to be working on whilst you're waiting for paint/finish on the previous one to dry.

I have sort of been doing that with pedal builds. And a tube amp build is lurking somewhere down the line. But all these things have the same problem: saturation. I like building stuff, but even I feel like I don't need that many more pedals or guitars.

Wait, am I allowed to say that? Do I need to hand in my membership card? I don't see any angry mobs wielding flaming torches...

[Simon Barden]

...........yet

[jugglindan]

Fortunately it's cold out tonight, so the mobs will probably wait till morning. I still have time to order a kit and nail the invoice to my door.