[Shuie]

Thanks, guys.

ryan, Ive probably got 15-20hrs in it, tops. Over 3/4 of the work I did was in the finish. Most of these parts can be bought easily, so its not like I did any real work in building it. Assembled is definitely a better description of what I did.

Jim, Wolfe is going to want to smack me for saying this, but its a cheap Duncan alnico 2 magnet '54 wannabe pickup. I think its called an 'STL-1', or something. The pickup is ass, but I just bought it to get the guitar up and running. I'll probably go back and wire it like an Esquire if I dont belly up to the bar and buy a vintage tele soon.

FWIW, I took some time to go back over everything this weekend and it just got better. I readjusted the bridge saddles, tweaked the tension on the neck, and filed the nut down so that it fits a little better. It still needs a pro setup and a fret dress, but this guitar is crazy good. And sooooo light. I love it. Im on the road right now, but I visted a local Guitar Center tonight and played a new Custom Shop Nocaster blackguard relic (US made, $2500+) and it wouldnt stand a chance next this guitar.