My first build. KMG 'D' kit.

[JoshColvin]

Well, I tried thinning the TO and that seemed to bring out the spots even quicker. So I mixed some 2# shellac last night and intend to french polish the back. It's still a mystery to me, but oh well, maybe it's something I did without knowing it, maybe it's a fluke. The TO worked wonderfully over the rest of the guitar, so I just don't know. Better luck next time I hope:).

In the meantime, I've strung it up and have been playing it/getting the action and overall setup where I like it. I think it sounds great! It definitely sounds better than my Takamine and Yamaha. I'm very happy with how it turned out! It's such a joy to play! My father in law already asked for one, ha. I learned so much during the process, every step of the way. It was a ton of fun, and look forward to the next one...(already have a plan for #2 and 3). Thanks to all here who've encouraged and helped me out, and thank you Ken for putting together such a top notch kit!

[ken cierp]

Looks great ---- way to go!

That TO problem is certainly a mystery. If you strip it again I would recommend using a powerful solvent for wipe down, change rags and do it a couple of times-- acetone would be my choice. I've never seen anything like this before but it sure looks like contamination of some sort. I still suspect the abrasive (assuming it was the non clogging variety).

[Dave Bagwill]

Way to go Josh!! It looks good and I'm happy for you that it plays and sounds good! The next one will be even funner. Yes, 'funner' is a word. Maybe...

[Kevin in California]

Yes Dave it is a word, but it usually used in the context, "more funner".
Nice guitar Josh. What is #2 going to be?

Kevin

[John Parchem]

Congratulations! I hope the FP goes well. Shellac is a good sealer so it may deal with whatever you have that caused the issue.