After careful cleaning, this 1974 Premier 2000 snare begins its' re-build
Restored 1974, Premier “2000” Snare Drum (#1). Cleaning, and first stages of re-build
New Project(s) – 1970’s Premier “2000” Chrome on Aluminium Snare Drum. Restoring a vintage classic from spare parts
In taking on the restoration of a classic 1970's Premier "2000" snare, I discover, once again, that where you think you're heading to, isn't necessarily an indication of where you'll actually end up...
“Mary Kaye” Blonde Fender Jaguar. Polishing the body in six *(or seven) simple steps
I want a polished finish for this ash Jaguar body - but I also want a super-thin nitro coat. Here's how I achieve a high gloss in just six, *(or seven) steps.
Kurt Cobain “Jag-Stang”. Polishing a nitro paint job the easy way
So much to catch up on... Next up - polishing the nitro finish coat on my Warmoth JagStang body. I'm looking for a simplified process to save time, and to help prevent rubbing through the thin lacquer coats.
Custom Fender Jazzmaster. Polishing the re-painted body
Polishing up the nitro clearcoat on a repainted, Fender Squier J. Mascis Jazzmaster body. The original "Antique White", body has been re-finished in a custom "Candy Apple Red". (Translucent Red over "Shoreline Gold").
Custom built Fender Jaguar USA. Candy Apple Red headstock finish – Flatting the decals, and polishing out
Finishing the painted headstock on my Musikraft custom Jaguar neck. A few gremlins in the detail - but maybe I just have to live with some of my practical limitations, and focus on the overall effect.
Fender Nashville Deluxe Telecaster. Body refurbishment, restoration and repair
Repairing damage to the neck pocket area - where an over-tightened neck plate has compressed the body wood, and split the polyester finish.
Antique White Fender Jazzmaster. Bodywork improvement – mixed results. Where next?…
I've finally had a chance to polish up the re-finished Jazzmaster body. To be honest - I think there are a few issues. Back to the drawing board?...
Kurt Cobain “Jag-Stang”. Finishing and polishing the neck
I've finally ordered a Custom JagStang body from Warmoth. While I wait for delivery, probably some time in March - I've got plenty of time to finish off the neck.
Gold leafed Hardtail Stratocaster. Polishing a nitro lacquer guitar body
The lacquer on the Hardtail Stratocaster should have cured enough to polish up reasonably well. It's a bit of a monotonous slog to work through all of the various grades of grit, but it promises to be well worth the effort.
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