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    First kit ES-1GL (UK)

    Hi All,

    My first kit arrived a few weeks ago and I'm really looking forward to starting it. Having inspected all the parts it doesn't look like there's any damage and looks like everything's there - to my limited knowledge.

    Having trouble uploading pictures as they're too large, but this is the kit I'll be working on:

    https://www.pitbullguitars.com/shop/...ft-handed-kit/

    I've attached a picture of a Gretsch I'd like to try and model it on, I won't be putting a bigsby on as it's too expensive right now (also renovating a house!).


    I'm unsure where to start, I'd like to try and match the binding and purfling of the gretsch if I can, but I'm not sure what order I need to do the tasks in:
    • Remove existing binding and purfling
    • Install gold binding and new purfling
    • sand, primer and paint guitar white


    Would it be best to finish the body and then re-do the bindings, or the other way round and then protect the bindings whilst painting?

    Is there another option to paint the existing binding rather than replacing it?

    All thoughts welcome, this is completely new to me. Would also love to see any finished versions of this model.

    Thanks!
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    Last edited by MrPaul; 16-04-2021 at 07:07 PM.

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