Dreaming of Builds

[Hagwood]

I haven't even started my new build yet (Delivering today !), and already thinking of future builds. I recently picked up a Gretsch Duo Jet for a great price in a beautiful 'Tahitian Coral'. Similar to Fender's vintage Fiesta Red from the 56 Thunderbird. I really fell in love with the color and have also always loved Surf Green, so since I just got my paint booth and spray gun setup, I thought it would be cool to build all of my favorite Fender vintage colors. Strat, Jazzmaster, Tele....... In Surf Green, Daphne Blue, Shell Pink and a yellow I haven't identified yet. Of course the Meadowhawk is next up, but after that......

 

[rockandroller]

Cool concept! I've always thought that the Daphne Blue / White is the Ultimate car colour ( looks particularly nice on a 56 Chevy...)

 

[Hagwood]

Cool concept! I've always thought that the Daphne Blue / White is the Ultimate car colour ( looks particularly nice on a 56 Chevy...)

I'm with ya on that one, very cool look. Would do a white pickguard, pickup covers and knobs instead of parchment I think on that one.
Maybe on a Jazzmaster or Jaguar.....

 

[MoreSpaceEcho]

I thought it would be cool to build all of my favorite Fender vintage colors. .

I told my wife, whenever we move to our next house we're painting all the rooms classic Fender colors. Seafoam Green, Shell Pink, Sonic Blue, Capri Orange. I was kidding but not really.

 

[Hagwood]

I told my wife, whenever we move to our next house we're painting all the rooms classic Fender colors. Seafoam Green, Shell Pink, Sonic Blue, Capri Orange. I was kidding but not really.

LOL, that would actually be very cool !! Probably not doable though......

 

[Hagwood]

Well since my Surf Green turned out great, for my second guitar in the 'Vintage Fender Colors Inspired by Cars' series, I'm thinking about a Jaguar in Daphne Blue. I know - I'm still in the middle of my Meadowhawk build, but might as well get stuff on order for the next one. I was going back and forth between Jazzmaster and Jaguar, but I thought it would be cool to try a 24" scale since I never have.

The wiring alone on these things should make for an interesting build, but I have absolutely no experience with them. I'll probably do an Alder body with no lam top since it will be painted a solid color. Maple neck with Rosewood Fretboard and paint the headstock to match.

Any advice, tips or tricks would be appreciated. Best pickups, switches, etc.....

Thanks.

 

[rockandroller]

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