Just want to say thanks, Ted. A lot of the reason why I'm brave enough to attempt my own repairs and upgrades is because of your channel combined with previous skills I've acquired in the automotive repair & refinishing industry. Buying my 1st guitar in Dec 2019 was one of the best decisions I've ever made. I love everything about it. Playing them. Fixing them. Even doing regular maintenence is OK right now lol. Thanks again, Ted! 🙏❤️🎸
If your automotive masking tape goes south on you, throw it in the microwave for 15-30 seconds and it'll be good as new... I know it sounds like a joke, but I do it all the time... Learned it from an old body man. I think he bought tape by the case.
You can do the same thing with epoxy glue that has started to gel and thicken inside it's plastic bottles or dual-syringe. Might only take 10 or 15 seconds in the microwave, so be cautious; and don't try this with metal tubes of glue! Alternately, put the tube(s) of glue in hot water for a minute or two. If you really need absolutely full-strength adhesion and strength, a fresh batch of glue may be best.....
Omg, that is a job that even the most respected repairguy I know, would not take on without some serious negotiating. Awesome work, as always. Yeah, it was a lot of effort, but you made that custom have a new purpose man.. love your content!
@@RideAcrossTheRiver most will ask if you want to keep them and then charge extra for not filing them off. Like with a refret, it's *significantly* more expensive to leave the nibs on. I would rather re-bind the whole fingerboard and file out nibs than I would cut frets that are radiused perfectly and cut to the perfect length to fit inside the binding.
@@kotymccallister5150 I meant techs who make major changes without consultation to the customer. I'd be furious if that happened without asking me. Already I had one tech who ignored most of what I asked him to do. Took my money though ...
I've been repairing since 1980 and building this century but your work, Ted, always teaches me something. If I get to Canada I'll look you up. ( Terry from Oz).
The very first Les Paul guitar I'd ever noticed when I was 8 years old (in my big sister's teenie mags) had looked exactly like this one, and it's still my favourite colour scheme on an LP today, 44 years later 😀 And I commend you on all your great work! My Mother had suggested to me when I was in my early teens I should become a luthier, too; I definitely would've not had the patience like you! 😆 All the best from NZ! 😀👍
Wow. What a great job you did! The video is excellent too. Thank you! One thing I always take away from your videos is the quality of excellence is always your intention. It is wonderful to see.
You made that look easy, fantastic job. I had my custom re-fretted and went for removal of the nibs, it plays much better as I had the E string stuck in the gap problem you mentioned!
A brilliant result! I greatly appreciate the effort and all the finicky work needed to make such a great outcome. I actually make make control knobs for bass guitars and they require 19 detailed steps to make so I know all the important repair techniques you use. Just beautiful!
I watched this video when it was published. I came back for a review as I was just gifted a 1989 Epiphone Sheraton project guitar. It needs a fret job, tuners and pickups and general clean up. Luckily the bindings are not busted out but it does have a few cracks. This video has been a real help as this guitar has the nubs. I want to save them if I can but leveling the fret board with those in place is going to be challenge. Thank you for the tips you shared in this video. It really helps.
Whatever the ultimate fee was, it was more than worth it. You thought of EVERY eventuality, plus a few more. A mature decision on the remnants on the old binding in the slots, and the chamfered bottom to preclude alignment problems is sheer genius. Thank the Lord my '88 LP is MANY years B4 needing fretwork, or else I wouldn't sleep at night... No one else could do this as nicely -Thanks ! !
Wow. That is some nice work! It must take a ton of patience to scrape and sand and fill and so on, then match the color of the more aged material on the guitar. That guitarist got his/her moneys’ worth on this repair…no matter what you charged. I like these videos that get into detail. Thanks Ted!
Well, you have done it again. What a beautiful “properly aged” looking repair. I shiver to think how much you have to charge for a restoration like this, but the result is spectacular.
Great job Sir....a pleasure to watch. I have an 89 LP Custom which will need a refret some time soon and I'm now going to take onboard your advice. I'll ask the luthier to remove the nubs and cut the new frets to the edge of the binding. Much better than ending up in a situation like you were initially presented with.
I am not a musician. Have never played any instrument in my life. Your craftsmanship is beautiful. Your comments and narration is relaxing and funny. Keep up the excellent work and videos. Really enjoy your work.
Wow! That is some beautiful and patient work you have done there. I'm looking at a 24 year old Heritage H-535 that has the identical issue. After watching this as a guide, I think I could give this a try. I'm here in the States, so I imagine most of what materials and glues, etc, you used are available to me through Stew Mac. Thank you for choosing to share your knowledge and experience with the rest of us.
Very good approach on all methods especially the hand sanding method to remove orange peel. Some will try some of this and might be tempted to use a small hand buffer which one should not do if you fill the defects with super glue etc before applying lacquer as the the filled area will sink every time. Just wanted to mention this one of many approaches this gentleman is using that makes his methods best overall. Great Job! P.S. If anyone is wondering yes I used to work for Gibson for quite some time and I am very well versed in all areas of process. Additionally it was nice to see real ebony, Love it!
Your videos are amazing in so many ways! Great tips for artisans and craftspeople of all stripes, along with tidbits of widsom and humor and cultural observation. A person could learn a lot from watching your videos and thinking about how you make them.
I have a 2014 Gibson LP Special in TV Yellow. It was only made a year or so, but the binding on the neck and the fret ends, do exactly what you talked about, high E string gets caught between the fret and binding. I don’t know that it “needs” a fret job but when it’s time to do it, I’m gonna have my guy do the fret over the binding thing. I don’t personally think I love the binding over fret end thing. You did an amazing job, makes me wish I lived in Canada to pay you to do it, my guy here is really good though, and I think, end of this year I’m gonna pull the trigger on getting it done.
You should try “frog tape” masking tape for painted edges you need crisp. It’s a product that has hygroscopic material embedded in the outside edges of the tape that wick up paint that leaks or seeps under normal painters tape. It’s pricey but does an exceptional job. Just be sure to store it in its sealed plastic container to ensure it does not get ruined by absorbing atmospheric moisture. Available at most hardware stores here in Canada. I never comment on CZcams, but I want to say thanks, I really enjoy your content, very informative and entertaining.
Thanks for sharing. Exellent info. My late father has a substansial collection, he has quite a few with bound necks, Gibsons that is. I have 2 x Honeywell air con units running most of the time in their storage location but i have had to have a couple rebound for exactly what you are demonstrating, T shaped cracking were the Tang is pushing.The Honeywells have helped a lot but i keep my eye on them. Their now heirlooms for my children. Thanks man.
Well I'm definitely getting the "WOW factor" my friend. Don't sell yourself short. That was an incredible repair. Beautifully executed and explained perfectly. You are,....THA MAN!!! I couldn't imagine having a luthier near me with your skills. All I have is Guitar Center and a mom and pop store called Cambells Vintage. Your customers have no idea how wonderfully lucky they are.
This is the most impressive and inspiring repair video I've ever seen! Surely this guy's work has to be highly sought after among pro players and enthusiasts... And come with a hefty price tag. Well done!!
I think that was a great job looking and thinking about it for a few days before deciding how to attack the job. As always, another great job and decision making.
I'm fairly sure that's a neater binding job than my '61 Reissue SG came out of the factory with, my fretboard can certainly confirm that they used files to take the binding down between the frets!
Don't play strings, don't build or repair them. Still enjoy every video for their craftsmanship and the serene hands-on / matter of fact tone. Zen Craft.
May I add: better from a performing perspective to have better fret clearance than a rather useless decorative piece of plastic. I completely agree. Boy, I really do enjoy these videos and the history they impart. I have learned a lot. I don’t do repairs (I am a performer), but your videos are absolute treasures. Thank you!
Thanks for the videos. I am learning guitar and I am the type to sort of reverse engineer the tools I am using to understand how to maximize efficiency. Learning the anatomy of guitars and how they are unique has helped me understand my own guitar slightly better and is helping me eye up my next purchase after I'm done learning the basics on my cheap Michael Kelly (which is actually a very well made guitar for the price from everything I can tell). ;)
Best thing about this video, other than the spectacular work, is the knowledge that even as calm and cool as you are you too get frustrated. I love your work.
I remember the first binding I tried to replace on a body. That engineering corner would have saved me a hell of a lot of work!!! Ill remember that next time I do it!
Wow. That LP needs some help. They brought it to the right man, that's for sure. I'm glad my gold Indio 66 DLX Plus doesn't have fret nibs. It looks just fine without them, IMO. I also noticed they sprayed color over the edge of the binding like shown on this Gibson. I wondered about that but hearing that Gibby does it makes me feel a lot better about mine. It's actually a pretty phenomenal guitar for what I paid for it. I definitely got more than I paid for and I couldn't be happier.
You are an artist !! amazing!! I only knew one place that did that kind of work (Mandolin Bros. in NYC ) and sadly they are no longer around Thank you for posting
About scraping the black laquer from fretboard binding. My instructor used a long wooden block over the fretboard. Attach or hold it on surface. Practically, you can ignore bumps of the frets. Then you can scrape the borderline just like you do to the body bindings.
Wow! I always manage to convince folks to ditch the nubs during a refret. I do not have the patience and I'm doubting that my customers have deep enough pockets for such a job. Good stuff!
Saying it had no WOW FACTOR is certainly not true. Anyone who knows what you did would certainly be wowed. But in the end, much of this kind of work shouldn't be noticed at all, right? It's a tricky paradox.
MAGNIFICENT!!!!....Uncle Ted you an artisan in every sense of the word!!!...and you are correct...at the end of the day, it’s just a Les Paul...shelve it, they’ll make more!!!
Just want to say thanks, Ted. A lot of the reason why I'm brave enough to attempt my own repairs and upgrades is because of your channel combined with previous skills I've acquired in the automotive repair & refinishing industry. Buying my 1st guitar in Dec 2019 was one of the best decisions I've ever made. I love everything about it. Playing them. Fixing them. Even doing regular maintenence is OK right now lol.
Thanks again, Ted! 🙏❤️🎸
I absolutely second that sentiment. Thanks
I third it lol
4th, I built my first string instrument with his advice in mind
I have found through Ted that I enjoy soldering and fixing up guitars as much as i enjoy playing music
I’ve developed some sort of weird Woodford reflex. Every time Ted mentions a Gibson headstock break, I immediately put my Les Paul back in its case.
It makes for a unique drinking game experience as well. 😉
This is not a repair, that' s Art!👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
Fret work is an art for sure
Hmm…nice repair!!
Not for the faint of heart 😩
This guy thinks of everything. Unbelievable knowledge.
Unbelievable experience!!
As a Gibson Les Paul Deluxe owner this job had a lot of WOW factor. Scary job.
Nice! Does it still have it's mini-humbuckers?
@@FloodExterminator I got it with P90's switched it back to Mini's as I have a Special with P90's.
@@Goomer Oof. Are they the original Minis that were originally shipped with it?
@@FloodExterminator Period correct.
Ted is a true musician and refuses to interrupt the distortion at the end before its time.
If your automotive masking tape goes south on you, throw it in the microwave for 15-30 seconds and it'll be good as new... I know it sounds like a joke, but I do it all the time... Learned it from an old body man. I think he bought tape by the case.
i thought i was the only one that has done that LOL
Nice one! thanks for the tip.
same for gummed up magnetic tape! 104 degrees for a few minutes (depending on size of reels) makes it playable again!
You can do the same thing with epoxy glue that has started to gel and thicken inside it's plastic bottles or dual-syringe. Might only take 10 or 15 seconds in the microwave, so be cautious; and don't try this with metal tubes of glue! Alternately, put the tube(s) of glue in hot water for a minute or two. If you really need absolutely full-strength adhesion and strength, a fresh batch of glue may be best.....
Guys, this is great advice! Thank you!
Omg, that is a job that even the most respected repairguy I know, would not take on without some serious negotiating. Awesome work, as always. Yeah, it was a lot of effort, but you made that custom have a new purpose man.. love your content!
Man, saying that that binding installation is labor intensive is a HUGE understatement. This has definitely taken at least half a day to do each side.
I've re-bound fingerboard with nibs and it takes HOURS not even counting the time for the glue to dry
@@kotymccallister5150 I wonder if there have been repair techs who neglected to inform the customer that nibs will be filed off.
@@RideAcrossTheRiver most will ask if you want to keep them and then charge extra for not filing them off. Like with a refret, it's *significantly* more expensive to leave the nibs on. I would rather re-bind the whole fingerboard and file out nibs than I would cut frets that are radiused perfectly and cut to the perfect length to fit inside the binding.
@@kotymccallister5150 I meant techs who make major changes without consultation to the customer. I'd be furious if that happened without asking me. Already I had one tech who ignored most of what I asked him to do. Took my money though ...
There are very few people these days who achieve this level of detail in a repair. Great video I love watching a real craftsmen at work. Thank you.
Strange thing is how TW's work is always logic, reason, and shortest-distance.
I've been repairing since 1980 and building this century but your work, Ted, always teaches me something. If I get to Canada I'll look you up. ( Terry from Oz).
The very first Les Paul guitar I'd ever noticed when I was 8 years old (in my big sister's teenie mags) had looked exactly like this one, and it's still my favourite colour scheme on an LP today, 44 years later 😀 And I commend you on all your great work! My Mother had suggested to me when I was in my early teens I should become a luthier, too; I definitely would've not had the patience like you! 😆 All the best from NZ! 😀👍
Great job and thanks for letting us watch! Always top-tier. I wish you were my repair/setup guy!
I knew there was no way you were going to patch that old binding. Stellar job!
It would be awesome to see a two year update on this guitar. Peace!
Beautiful work! I just purchased a new LP 50’s Standard and the scraping work is absolutely perfect. Adding….And it is still done by hand.
Thank you that was the best instructive video I've seen on this type of repair!
Wow. What a great job you did! The video is excellent too. Thank you! One thing I always take away from your videos is the quality of excellence is always your intention. It is wonderful to see.
Great work on a difficult repair. Love the videos. please keep them coming.
You made that look easy, fantastic job.
I had my custom re-fretted and went for removal of the nibs, it plays much better as I had the E string stuck in the gap problem you mentioned!
Looks great!!! Great video!!!! Thanks and cheers from Tennessee!!!
A brilliant result! I greatly appreciate the effort and all the finicky work needed to make such a great outcome. I actually make make control knobs for bass guitars and they require 19 detailed steps to make so I know all the important repair techniques you use. Just beautiful!
One has to admire your patience. Outstanding job, as allways!
one job that I've never tackled , thanx for walkin' us through it , Always wanted to see how...very kool , great work as usual
RJ
I watched this video when it was published. I came back for a review as I was just gifted a 1989 Epiphone Sheraton project guitar. It needs a fret job, tuners and pickups and general clean up. Luckily the bindings are not busted out but it does have a few cracks. This video has been a real help as this guitar has the nubs. I want to save them if I can but leveling the fret board with those in place is going to be challenge. Thank you for the tips you shared in this video. It really helps.
Whatever the ultimate fee was, it was more than worth it. You thought of EVERY eventuality, plus a few more. A mature decision on the remnants on the old binding in the slots, and the chamfered bottom to preclude alignment problems is sheer genius. Thank the Lord my '88 LP is MANY years B4 needing fretwork, or else I wouldn't sleep at night... No one else could do this as nicely -Thanks ! !
The wow factor is that it looks like it did pre-damage and this plays without discomfort. Excellent work!
Wow. More amazing, super detailed repair work. You are an artist, Ted. So impressive.
Wow. That is some nice work! It must take a ton of patience to scrape and sand and fill and so on, then match the color of the more aged material on the guitar. That guitarist got his/her moneys’ worth on this repair…no matter what you charged. I like these videos that get into detail. Thanks Ted!
I appreciate your precision and patience for this one!! That gold hardware with the white guard looks so nice
This is a masterful trove of all kinds of useful info and techniques. The level of detail and chops you need to do this kind of work is extraordinary
Well, you have done it again. What a beautiful “properly aged” looking repair. I shiver to think how much you have to charge for a restoration like this, but the result is spectacular.
There's plenty of "Wow factor" when you see the work that went into it. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Yet another amazing video Ted.
Great job Sir....a pleasure to watch. I have an 89 LP Custom which will need a refret some time soon and I'm now going to take onboard your advice. I'll ask the luthier to remove the nubs and cut the new frets to the edge of the binding. Much better than ending up in a situation like you were initially presented with.
Fantastic video, Ted! Top drawer work here.
I am not a musician. Have never played any instrument in my life. Your craftsmanship is beautiful. Your comments and narration is relaxing and funny. Keep up the excellent work and videos. Really enjoy your work.
Wow! That is some beautiful and patient work you have done there. I'm looking at a 24 year old Heritage H-535 that has the identical issue. After watching this as a guide, I think I could give this a try. I'm here in the States, so I imagine most of what materials and glues, etc, you used are available to me through Stew Mac.
Thank you for choosing to share your knowledge and experience with the rest of us.
what a pleasure to watch. Thanks for filming.
I'm big fan of your work! Learn a lot!!! Thanks!!!
Very good approach on all methods especially the hand sanding method to remove orange peel.
Some will try some of this and might be tempted to use a small hand buffer which one should not do if you fill the defects with super glue etc before applying lacquer as the the filled area will sink every time. Just wanted to mention this one of many approaches this gentleman is using that makes his methods best overall.
Great Job!
P.S. If anyone is wondering yes I used to work for Gibson for quite some time and I am very well versed in all areas of process.
Additionally it was nice to see real ebony, Love it!
Man, you really are the best. So inspirational. Thank you for sharing your knowledge so generously. I wish you all the best.
I always enjoy watching your videos , you make the work look easy although I know how much time and effort you put in to the work you do .
Since finding your channel, I look forward to the weekend. Waiting for you to release you next episode. Thank you for the awesome content!🙏
Your videos are amazing in so many ways! Great tips for artisans and craftspeople of all stripes, along with tidbits of widsom and humor and cultural observation. A person could learn a lot from watching your videos and thinking about how you make them.
Wow. You are an artist. Love it the quality of work and explanation!
I have a 2014 Gibson LP Special in TV Yellow. It was only made a year or so, but the binding on the neck and the fret ends, do exactly what you talked about, high E string gets caught between the fret and binding. I don’t know that it “needs” a fret job but when it’s time to do it, I’m gonna have my guy do the fret over the binding thing. I don’t personally think I love the binding over fret end thing. You did an amazing job, makes me wish I lived in Canada to pay you to do it, my guy here is really good though, and I think, end of this year I’m gonna pull the trigger on getting it done.
Fascinating. God, I like watching knowledgeable people work. Thanks for a great video and all of the info. It is absolutely appreciated.
Beautiful job I always love your work and your commentary is hilarious at time your use of the English language is particularly fun
You should try “frog tape” masking tape for painted edges you need crisp. It’s a product that has hygroscopic material embedded in the outside edges of the tape that wick up paint that leaks or seeps under normal painters tape. It’s pricey but does an exceptional job. Just be sure to store it in its sealed plastic container to ensure it does not get ruined by absorbing atmospheric moisture. Available at most hardware stores here in Canada. I never comment on CZcams, but I want to say thanks, I really enjoy your content, very informative and entertaining.
That's what he used when he glued the binding to keep it in place.
I find Frog is a little too adhesive to use on guitar nitro, anyway. YMMV
My guitar repair guy just fed me the world's worst Almond Joy; damn thing was stuffed full of binding scrapings instead of coconut!
Thanks for sharing. Exellent info. My late father has a substansial collection, he has quite a few with bound necks, Gibsons that is. I have 2 x Honeywell air con units running most of the time in their storage location but i have had to have a couple rebound for exactly what you are demonstrating, T shaped cracking were the Tang is pushing.The Honeywells have helped a lot but i keep my eye on them. Their now heirlooms for my children. Thanks man.
Well I'm definitely getting the "WOW factor" my friend. Don't sell yourself short. That was an incredible repair. Beautifully executed and explained perfectly. You are,....THA MAN!!! I couldn't imagine having a luthier near me with your skills. All I have is Guitar Center and a mom and pop store called Cambells Vintage. Your customers have no idea how wonderfully lucky they are.
It sure looks like it would be easy to accidently break some of those new nubs while trimming and sanding. I imagine that would be frustrating.
This is the most impressive and inspiring repair video I've ever seen! Surely this guy's work has to be highly sought after among pro players and enthusiasts... And come with a hefty price tag. Well done!!
this repair probably cost more than any guitar i own
Amazing work on the fret nibs. True artistry lives another day!
Man, this was therapeutic. Thanks.
Mate, really enjoy your videos. So much work and you do a great job.
The work looks gorgeous...Nice methodical job...cheers
I think that was a great job looking and thinking about it for a few days before deciding how to attack the job. As always, another great job and decision making.
Dude, you are an artist and its humbling watching you work.
ITS ALL AN ILLUSION MAN! Love your sense of humour Ted! AMAZING WORK AS ALWAYS!
I really like that Les Paul custom. The Creme , Black and Gold really go well together.
Thank you for your videos.
I appreciate them.
I'm fairly sure that's a neater binding job than my '61 Reissue SG came out of the factory with, my fretboard can certainly confirm that they used files to take the binding down between the frets!
Don't play strings, don't build or repair them. Still enjoy every video for their craftsmanship and the serene hands-on / matter of fact tone.
Zen Craft.
May I add: better from a performing perspective to have better fret clearance than a rather useless decorative piece of plastic. I completely agree. Boy, I really do enjoy these videos and the history they impart. I have learned a lot. I don’t do repairs (I am a performer), but your videos are absolute treasures. Thank you!
Great vid. Love your work!
Thanks for the videos. I am learning guitar and I am the type to sort of reverse engineer the tools I am using to understand how to maximize efficiency.
Learning the anatomy of guitars and how they are unique has helped me understand my own guitar slightly better and is helping me eye up my next purchase after I'm done learning the basics on my cheap Michael Kelly (which is actually a very well made guitar for the price from everything I can tell). ;)
I've learned so much from this channel...thank you sincerely. This guy is a true wizard.
Thanks for the video. You make my Sundays better.
Best thing about this video, other than the spectacular work, is the knowledge that even as calm and cool as you are you too get frustrated. I love your work.
I remember the first binding I tried to replace on a body. That engineering corner would have saved me a hell of a lot of work!!! Ill remember that next time I do it!
Wow. That LP needs some help. They brought it to the right man, that's for sure.
I'm glad my gold Indio 66 DLX Plus doesn't have fret nibs. It looks just fine without them, IMO. I also noticed they sprayed color over the edge of the binding like shown on this Gibson. I wondered about that but hearing that Gibby does it makes me feel a lot better about mine. It's actually a pretty phenomenal guitar for what I paid for it. I definitely got more than I paid for and I couldn't be happier.
the shredded coconut bit managed to get a snort out of me, you're a class act Ted!
Fabulous work and great video and narration 😊👍
Wow! There you go, that wow factor! Excellent work sir!
You are an artist !! amazing!! I only knew one place that did that kind of work (Mandolin Bros. in NYC ) and sadly they are no longer around Thank you for posting
There is most certainly a “wow factor.” Great job!
So much work on that puppy . Excellent work .
Great Job..you are a TRUE craftsman and artist!!!
Thank you for your videos! They help me alot
Love your honesty, great work and informative as ever
wow, you are amazing! What a job! I didn't expect this amazing result!! Your client must have been amazed and super happy!
About scraping the black laquer from fretboard binding.
My instructor used a long wooden block over the fretboard. Attach or hold it on surface. Practically, you can ignore bumps of the frets.
Then you can scrape the borderline just like you do to the body bindings.
Fantastic work, as always.
Very good work! The Player will be happy ,I guess! Thanks for letting me watch!
Wow! I always manage to convince folks to ditch the nubs during a refret. I do not have the patience and I'm doubting that my customers have deep enough pockets for such a job. Good stuff!
Magic man. Unbelievable how you work. The best of em.
Beautiful work !!!
Wow! Well done. Beautiful work.
Very detail oriented work... you rock at what you do :)
Saying it had no WOW FACTOR is certainly not true. Anyone who knows what you did would certainly be wowed. But in the end, much of this kind of work shouldn't be noticed at all, right? It's a tricky paradox.
Not a paradox. A good job looks like little to nothing ever happened. That will make any craftsman proud and happy.
@@docdoc but no wow factor for the uninitiated.
This happened to my les Paul customs neck binding 😢 I wish there was a repair person like you closer to do this (but I think I’d go without nibs).
Fantastic work. Patience required!
Now I know how gibson does the neck binding nibs, way cool! Thanks very much Ted.
I missed this one. Amazing.
Wow! You’re definitely beyond impressive! Love your videos!
Seeing that being done was kind of a wish list thing for me for some years now. You knocked it outta the park, even if it was annoying.
That's really amazing work! Patience, know-how, and steady hands. Also a selling point for bolt-on necks, LOL.
You are an Artist in every way, your repairs are untouchable.
I agree! His broken headstock repair on Les paul's is incredible! Plus they are more durable after.
MAGNIFICENT!!!!....Uncle Ted you an artisan in every sense of the word!!!...and you are correct...at the end of the day, it’s just a Les Paul...shelve it, they’ll make more!!!