I started this build about 2 months ago - I sanded and stained with Libberon Peacock Blue, the fretboard with Victorian mahogany - I used a wipe on Miniwax poly, it could be better- takes some practice - the hardware is standard and I'll change to CTS pots and switchcraft jack as soon as I put it down. Sounds amazing and action is great. Pretty much plays itself - very smooth and big deep round and fat. Attachment 43554Attachment 43555Attachment 43556Attachment 43557Attachment 43558