KMG J200 - Done

[dave d]

For previous photos of this build, the construction log is located at viewtopic.php?f=30&t=679
The angle of the photo here is deceiving; the lower bout is much larger than the upper :).

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Headstock (French walnut veneer)

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and (Excellent choice on the tuners Ken!)

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Rosette

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Neck

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Heel cap (French walnut veneer). Walnut binding and bwb purfling on the back.

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[dave d]

Voila!
.ps It sounds amazing.

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.pps I achieved a nice gloss on this one (I used Deft Brushing Lacquer).

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Thanks Ken, Tony, Dave, Dennis, DHLutherie, and any other awesome folk who I've asked for advice throughout this journey.

Phew! This one just made it into the books for 2012. All the best for 2013 to you forumites who have kindly helped me achieve something that, a few years ago, I never would have dreamt that I'd accomplish.

Dave

[Dennis in Anola]

Awe c'mon Dave, it needs a beard. (he, he, he, he) Nicely done!

[John Parchem]

Wow! It does look great.

[TonyinNYC]

Sweet Jesus and baby Jesus!!
That came out so good! Your finish is (expletive deleted) AMAZING!!! Great job Dave. I think you have set the bar very high for your next build! The finish looks like it just rolled off the assembly line at Martin or Taylor. Like glass. If it sounds half as good as it looks, you have a major winner on your hands!

[ken cierp]

Dave -- what a wonderful work of art -- WOW! Your custom touches sure take it to the next level. Plus, your photography is amazing too -- thanks for posting.

[Kevin in California]

Wonderfully executed Dave. Love the burl! Love it all..

Kevin