Still progressing with my build. The mock build with the bridge and neck wedge went well, and the action looks like it'll be pretty good with plenty of adjustment up and down. I checked and double checked everything more times than I can remember and eventually got the glue out and left it for a few days. It set really well with no gaps around the neck pocket so really pleased. I decided early on to set the neck and then finish just to get the best join. Bit of a learning curve, I thought I'd sanded plenty and had a good smooth finish but as soon as primer went on it brought out every little imperfection. So I've spent my last few build days sanding, grain filler, sanding, a bit more grain filler and sanding. Having the neck already set has made it a little awkward at times but no big issues. So with a very smooth and even primer surface the first couple of semi gloss black went on and I think it's turned out OK considering it's just rattle cans. I'm sort of torn at the moment between finishes, I did want to go for the traditional Jetglo Rick look but then again a build should be unique I guess and am considering a carbon effect finish. I've tried the finish out on my pedal case top and it came out ok, but still not sure. The test has a couple of black coats on plywood, and one coat of gloss clear but gives an idea although the picture doesn't really show it as well as it is. I would want a few clear coats on to give it a real deep shine.
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