In this episode, I tackle another test: shimming the center of the top and back skins so that they seat solidly on the center block in the body. This test turned out to be a great success using just a scrap of 2x6. This was an encouraging day!
Project Overview:
For my next project, I decided it was time for my second guitar. This specific build is very important to me as an enormous fan of Eric Clapton. I'm going to attempt to replicate the 1964 Gibson ES-335 that Eric bought in that same year.
There will be a lot of challenges along the way, but my hope is to pay homage to a man who has been a very large influence on my life both in music and in lifestyle. This is my attempt to share the impact Eric has had on my life and that his intention to be a good steward of the Blues has certainly been a success to my ears.
Thank you, Eric, for your music, inspiration and contribution to this world.
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