Recent content by ztbishop

I'm currently doing a tele build (strat is just for reference on what I'm trying to match in terms of finish). I'm finishing up a tru-oil finish on a Black Korina body / Roasted Maple neck. I've done 6 coats so far, with the neck thinned 40% mineral spirits after the initial coat. (Body is...

I was planning to use vintage/modern (top adjust, single action) so that part should be okay.  I hadn't considered counter-sinking ferules since the wood will already be a bit thin, but that looks nice!  No issues so far? Did you find the extra cutout worth-while? I think my main...

I tried a Fender pro (full heel thickness with the corner of the heel filed).  It doesn't do much at all - still too thick & bulky where the heel pocket starts. I tried a Fender Strat ULTRA - it felt AMAZING.  It both angled the heel thickness similar to Warmoth, and cut the curve out of the...