Building A Carved Top Set Neck Guitar - The "Fifty Nine"

[@Stewiecookie]

Legend has it, even this video was edited using a CNC machine. But really I’ve never seen someone get so much use out of a cnc, so detailed and takes all the boring stuff out of the build so you can do the fun stuff.

[@mitarrguitars]

A very welcome return Sir. My own 59 Les Paul junior guitar build on my KZbin is all down to you 5 years ago now. I can’t not thank you enough for the success on my own KZbin channel, which is from your inspiration. I’ve have made guitars since 1979 as a young electrical engineer, and professionally since 2004. But without doubt or question your early videos played a big part in me setting up my KZbin channel with my grandchildren close at hand. I thank you from South Wales UK. Keep up the posts. Mike.

[@JoelPerez-le2jc]

I have all your videos saved, and reference them quite often. Just one of the many that are thankful for your videos! So happy to see you back!

[@SeanNecker]

I started actually building guitars instead of dreaming about it because of you. Glad to see you post again.

[@e.miller890]

I’m so glad you’re back! You inspired me to build my first guitar, not the greatest but fun as hell to do. Just really thrilled that you’re back I look forward to more videos from you.

[@LloydAlexander58]

same for me….I also build my first, and only guitar after watching your videos. So glad to see new content from you

[@glennstatham960]

@@LloydAlexander58 Built a couple but my very first was because of Dave's videos!

[@Snowy0123]

Not hating at all,, beautiful instrument and in a lot of ways close to perfect but what could you have learned from watching CNC machines??? again, not hating, nothing but respect

[@LloydAlexander58]

@@Snowy0123 Hello Brian. At that time, no CNC were used. Only ”normal” tools so to say, drill press, planer, handheld router, band saw etc. Mr Fletcher showed us how to build a precision instrument with such a precision using these normal tools with smart techniques and smart approaches. I was very impressed by that and his methods were my foundation when I decided to build my own guitar which came out great I think, I am very pleased with it. I think business really took of for Mr Fletcher at this point and to keep up with orders of course you need to upgrade your machine park. But Brian, have a look on his early videos. You will not be disappointed. Have a great day.

[@loopmasta5104]

Same

[@justinb2924]

I'm so glad you're back. I return to you older videos all the time for inspiration and this one is a great addition.

[@rawzone1]

As a woodworker and finisher and guitar player. that's what I call Pride of craftsmanship, well done

[@driveincanada9713]

👍👍🍂

[@neil.HobbyPositive]

Thank you for coming back. Your vids are my number one source for building guitars. I’m on guitar number nine now, and I still refer back to your walk throughs.

[@zanona74]

Same here! I have seen Fletcher’s videos dozens of times and helped me to built 2 guitars. I couldn’t be more happy to see he is back and upgraded to CNC. It does helps a lot, but still a lot to think and care about the process. Cheers from Brazil!

[@ashermckee5902]

Beginners make things look difficult, and masters like you make it look far too easy. Thanks for your awesome walkthrough videos.

[@patrickluley555]

Really glad to see you back. Hope to see more content from you again!!!!!

[@rodneybrummett5862]

He's back and I bet he's got new pencils too. I've learned alot from him. Looking forward to this.

[@grieverrule]

At work but will be watching this one as soon as I can....you've inspired me to take up building and on the cusp of building my own workshop to follow in your footsteps!

[@billwilliams8783]

Incredible build,thank you for the upload,I’m sure she sounds like a thousand angels singing

[@deanbudgell6220]

You got a new pencil! Finally gave in and replaced the nub.

[@robkennard1867]

I chanced on your channel 3 years ago- went right down the guitar building rabbit-hole. Good to see you back making new videos and thanks for the inspiration!

[@tidi1764]

Looks like a beautiful ax..... very nice job.....

[@NefMed]

Glad you're back! First guitar-making videos I came across on this platform where yours, 9 years ago! Keep them coming! Cheers

[@100amps]

Holy smokes. He's back! Welcome back good sir. It's always a pleasure to watch you create guitar perfection.

[@oglemansviews675]

What an incredible craftsman you are. I thoroughly enjoyed this. Thanks for sharing.

[@jamesnorton7601]

As fine as any guitar has ever been crafted in history. Exquisite work!

[@NKBobcat]

The right tools, a mastery of those tools, setup of the CNC, skill and patience makes you a great guitar builder.

[@martinr5235]

You Sir are a genius, beautiful guitar, beautifully crafted , the 59 is the 1

[@richfolkes]

That's one awesome guitar you built, Mr. Fletcher. Truly in the spirit of the fabled 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard. A guitar that would make Les Paul and Mary Ford proud, and if only they were alive today to see and play it. Congratulations, Mr. Fletcher!

[@SweetTGuitars]

Brother, I am so glad to see you back on KZbin! Even if only briefly. I started building guitars about 3 years ago after having been a player for over 30 years. Your Strat Build series was one of the first things I watched on YT. I have since watched the entire series several more times. I have learned so much from you. Thank you for what you have done for me! It's changed my life man. ✌️

[@theNextProject]

Great to see your work again. Beautiful project, amazing craftsmanship and attention to detail.

[@rdesutter76]

It's nice to see how many people you've inspired over the years to build guitars. Thanks for the well made videos. Strong work on this build, as well. Beautiful guitar.

[@HarmFlo]

Lovely work, as expected. Good to have you back!

[@robertiboy7315]

You sir are an Artist in their prime. Amazing work, and the attention to detail is astounding. As everyone has already said, it’s great to see you back at it again. Please keep the videos coming.

[@toddyrocks]

Great to see you back, and with some machines to take some of the load off.. very nice. Hope to see some more builds !!

[@driveincanada9713]

👍🍁

[@ADFinlayson]

Wow what a stunner. Thanks for coming back with another great video. You got me into building 5 years ago. Cheers Ash

[@davidvitale9338]

Incredible workmanship!

[@joeyvaughan5157]

Amazing to see you back! You inspired me to start building Fletch.

[@driveincanada9713]

👍🍁

[@roncarter2188]

That was so relaxing and therapeutic to watch this build start to finish. Wonderful job my friend

[@davidrees1840]

I'm SO happy to see you're coming back!

[@thomasboise103]

So Glad to see more videos by the master guitar builder, I learned so much from you and your videos. Thanks Again for your expertise. Hello again from Vermont, USA. I'm the guy that sent you the ball rollers for doing binding a few years ago. take care...

[@alexisdrosopoulos]

So happy to see that you're back on KZbinland as Uncle Doug would say. It's nice watching you utilize the advancements of technology to your benefit. The fact that you're able to produce amazing instruments both by hand and with the use of a CNC machine is a testimony to your amazing skills!

[@pskemster]

So glad to see you back. Exceptional as always. Be well.

[@demetrioalbidrez684]

From an idea to a spectacular instrument who will be enjoyed just by playing it . Greatness has meet it's match , all done by human hands & the Love of a true Craftsman !!!

[@codykniffen]

Good to see you back on KZbin, David! I'm not the first to say it, but your previous build series guided me through my first guitar builds a couple of years back. An invaluable resource!!

[@itonuoro3813]

Great craftmanship and very nice guitar! Thank you for sharing.

[@stevenrz7083]

this quality of work is probably far beyond what Gibson could possibly offer!! Awesome job!!

[@stormman8393]

The bloke is a genius. If you think his video’s are good, his building courses outshine the video. A good bloke to boot.

[@Guyallknowing]

Really glad you've posted this. We're all hoping you're back with more content for us. Like so many others, you were the reason and guide for my first guitar build.

[@kirkwasham3622]

The king is back. Thank you for inspiring me and countless others. Can’t wait to see what you build and I look forward to learning from the greatest luthier on KZbin.

[@paulhewett6876]

Good to see you back Dave, Such a beautiful guitar I hope you will be posting more:)

[@tonyflies1]

Excellent a great mix of modern and traditional techniques. Each as it’s place. It’s knowing which to place where! Well done, superb work.

[@georgeshaw8925]

Great video Fletcher, unbelievable work.

[@marcoantonioadmin]

It's great to see new videos. i built my first guitar watching your telecaster, stratocaster and lespaul jr series. You are an inspiration. Thank you very much!

[@peterlloyd2306]

Great to see you back, your video's have inspired and guided me through two Strat builds, you've made my day/week/year!

[@malcolmhodgson7540]

You inspired me to start on my first guitar build. Love everyrhing you do.

[@johnnieboi]

Fletch... your work is "impeccable"....there's no other word for it....

[@luisownerbr]

I can't believe you're back, man! Thank you so much for uploading, I remember watching your videos back in highschool and dreaming about becoming a builder myself, now I'm in the process of building my cnc machine and soon I'll be making my own guitars.

[@JCross1130]

Heck yeah! Absolutely killer! Worth the wait! I would have never thought of using the router for the fretboard binding.

[@MarkGray1970]

Beautiful! And I'm glad to see you post another video. Like others have said, you planted a bug in me. I've never made one from scratch yet, but I've built kits and rebuilt guitars and enjoy it.

[@guitarsofold100]

A welcomed return also! Stay safe!

[@KevanRCraft]

An inspiration to watch and see you use your guitar luthier skills. The actual result is stunning. A very beautiful looking guitar. Very special 👍

[@terryjohinke8065]

I have tried twice to make a Les Paul but one had a weird neck joint the other a LP Jr with a shim. Hvae made hundereds of other guitars includind a D 28 but never got a LP right. Been doing this for 40 years now. Good job. I like a simple mortise and tenon. Also some beef at the neck/hasdstock join.

[@dewwhatchadew1]

Great to see you again, I love your work. Your builds are always Gorgeous. WOW!!!

[@LekkerDops]

why aren't you teaching your masterful skills to the gibson custom shop. I haven't seen this channel before, am so pleased it popped up, I adore gibson les pauls, and this video is a lesson in so many ways not to mention the pleasure it delivers. I'm in Australia, I'm speechless. Please teach the new generation of custom guitar builders, your skills are simpley too valuable. Sir, I am blown away.

[@paulcumming7438]

Great to see you back on utube. Stunning guitar. Hope to see more vids in future .

[@AudioAtmos]

Wow, so glad to see a video from you. Missed you. I’ve watched many guitar building videos through the years from other great builders. However I dont know what it is exactly, but your craftsmanship, attention to detail and an eye for what is beautiful is one, if not the best I’ve seen. This guitar is perfect in every way. Beautiful!!

[@gerryavila3841]

Finally you´re back, missing to see you building guitars with your classy taste, I´ll be waiting for more videos, welcome back

[@AnthoCMusic]

Great video and great project! I want to tell you a huge THANK YOU ! 8 years ago, I discovered your videos and I learned how to create my own guitars. You changed my life (and I don't exaggerate). Because of you, I started my professional project after my studies, I had a woodworking KZbin channel that made me meet my best friends, and today, I'm a successful entrepreneur. And It's because of you David. You had a huge impact in my life, really, thank you. Continue to share your work :)

[@FletcherHandcraftedGuitars]

Wow, thanks Anthony

[@jeffallen3382]

@@FletcherHandcraftedGuitars just got a reply from someone impersonating your account. If you look at the comment I left in this video, they are replying to me there. Thought you would like to know. I reported it as spam but you may want to contact KZbin and report him as well.

[@FletcherHandcraftedGuitars]

@@jeffallen3382 Thanks Jeff, I see it and will get it removed. Its been happening to many people lately Cheers, David Fletcher

[@jeffallen3382]

@@FletcherHandcraftedGuitars yeah every week is a new way of them trying to scam people. Thank-you.

[@edwindenhertog7849]

Great to see you are back on yt! And you got yourself some new nifty toys in the meanwhile.....

[@vandahm]

Thank you for all of your videos. I've learned so much from you over the past 10 years.

[@pablogavioli8639]

The teacher is back!!!! Greetings from Argentina!!!

[@dalgguitars]

So glad you are back. You also inspired me to build guitars. I can't thank you enough. You totally Rock! And that guitar is gorgeous!!!!

[@driveincanada9713]

👍🍂

[@anthonymerola320]

So glad you are back. Your videos are such an incredible resource.

[@driveincanada9713]

👍🍂

[@FDNY8231]

WOW ... That is one beautiful guitar .... Great job ...

[@gershonperry5952]

Very impressive. I appreciate attention to details and experience.

[@kotogray8335]

Using a CNC router is both cheating and playing fair. I don't know how you could make a more perfect guitar without doing so. The old schoolers will hate on it but it is simply moving forward like we do at everything else, in my opinion. It is extremely beautiful and am super glad I clicked on this video. Thanks for the upload and hopefully there are many more to come!

[@DougErapps]

Stunning! Absolutely beautiful!!! Good to see you again!

[@MikeFurth]

This video is mesmerizing. So happy to see more videos of you making guitars! I'm getting ready to try a les Paul style build and this is going to be so informative for how I approach it. Thanks!

[@Precisionsimengineering]

Welcome back! Looking forward to this...

[@Csjustice72]

Same here. I loved watching his older videos!

[@overtimeluthier2461]

Awesome build !!! Amazing stuff …

[@terryb8467]

It's so great to have you back! Guitars RULE!

[@tollan23]

This was hypnotic to watch. Great work!

[@AugmentGuitars]

It's good to see you back at it!! Really enjoyed this build video, nice work as always!! I just wanted to say, you are the reason I build guitars to this day. I watched your first series around 9 or so years ago and learned so much. Just wanted to say thanks for all the great information over the years. It has helped many DIY luthiers and builders like myself. Cheers!

[@petelewis6920]

Lovely work as always. Congratulations.

[@sykko.exit2348]

Unbelievable. So good you're back!

[@steviectree3322]

Great video Fletch, nice to see you back after a while and still creating beauties

[@donaldcornley9963]

That was beautiful; the finish looks like an inch deep.

[@markoscar1241]

Congratulations on an absolutely "mouth watering" guitar build. I don't possess the tools nor the patience to create something SO beautiful. All I can say to you is...I want one!!

[@tjkong4381]

I love these videos. One thing, and I hate to complain. I love the strat series, where you explain what and how you are doing everything. But this is amazing, no other way to say it

[@jakepattison501]

Wow. David, this is such a great video. Thank you for coming back to KZbin with this beautiful creation. I have serious shed envy. Ha!

[@PranaCustomGuitars]

I watched when this first posted in June and I was like "Holly Crap, He's Back!" I'll just echo so much of the positive responses and say I too watched and learned from your videos when I was trying to improve and learn and to this day you have changed and improved my builds. The feedback below from other builders and big and small is absolutely the coolest thing I have ever seen underneath any KZbin video. Well deserved and I'll be watching.....always watching..... KZbin just got way better! Cheers

[@steveincollins]

I came down here to say how happy I am that you posted a new video... it seems I'm not alone!

[@kevo3985]

Im in awe wish you nothing but thr best what a gorgeous build

[@jeremybnz]

Beautiful work! Love seeing your process!

[@darrylcarstensen5448]

You are my favorite luthier. I have watched all of your videos, multiple times.

[@stefanwolf888]

That was exceptional & very satisfying

[@martingillette7613]

Long time no see!! Your videos are what inspired me to build guitars.

[@pchudzik1014]

Ladies and gentlemen, he’s back!, 🥳

[@DeeTee79]

That was very enjoyable. What a beautiful guitar. Mind is blown at how much work goes into one of these pieces. All the machines, and patience make for a incredible result. Thank you.

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Absolutely over the moon to see you back, best news in ages :)

[@shuggy1110]

Perfection Personified for some lucky player. Beautiful!

[@AntonioCavicchioni]

Welcome back! Very impressive video!

[@Clamelot]

So happy to see that you're back on KZbin! You inspired me to start building!

[@siegmac3267]

Great build! Amazing skills!