2 main problems. The LP shape is Gibson’s litigious focus, why they haven’t gone after the other shapes is something only they know. Secondly, it’s all very well to say, “just change the shape”, but the factories are not exactly modern or cutting edge and explaining changes via the language barrier has proved difficult in the past. I’ve had some direct experience providing design for manufacturing and learnt that there is no computer cutting or modelling used. Any deviations need to be carefully planned out via technical drawings for them to follow. After the previous back and forth I can see why Adam might be reluctant to pursue that option.