'62 Stratocaster: Worth the Hype? | Friday Fretworks

Grab a cuppa folks; it's a long one this week. A closer look at my 1962 Fender Stratocaster! Time stamps below.
EDIT: Just realised that I misspoke about the guitar's weight; it's SEVEN and a half pounds, not 5 and a half. Brain melt...
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Key points:
0:00 - Intro
0:07 - JAM!
2:14 - I've been racking my brains...
4:09 - Why is a '62 so 'special'?
4:54 - Famous '62 Strat players
5:15 - How did I get mine?
6:33 - What needed fixing?
7:04 - How much did I pay for it?
7:28 - How much?!
8:00 - The finished product/a chat with Huw!
9:03 - The tunings pegs
10:20 - Cleaning the neck
12:08 - Restoring the fretboard
14:50 - Why didn't I respray it/what was the original colour?
18:25 - The pickups/electronics
22:32 - The pickguard holes...
27:33 - JAM!
28:38 - So, what's it like?
29:18 - My first time playing it plugged in.
30:20 - It's LOUD!
31:14 - My first time playing it unplugged.
32:00 - What's it like to play?
33:30 - What's the build quality like?
34:22 - Are the pickups magic?
36:46 - '62 pickups vs my signature Radioshop pickups
38:56 - Conclusion. Is it worth the hype?

[@ChrisBuckGuitar]

Cheers for your patience folks. What do you make of it? Worth the wait?! 🎸

[@reubenmeicke]

There is definitely some mojo in this guitar, and in the hands of a player with the feel you have...it is downright amazing. I’ve heard you pull some amazing tone out of relatively affordable guitars, but the vid with this guitar from Instagram was pure magic. Congrats!

[@lukenicholsonoriginalmusic5475]

I hope you take this beast to show on that pedal show again. I'm sure Dan and mick would love it!

[@robhamilton5057]

awesome.

[@donnakev1]

What a character 👏👏

[@danielcgomez]

Definitely worth the wait! It looks great and sounds fantastic! Super happy for you Chris! see you next week!

[@thebreakfastmenu]

A "holy grail" guitar deserves to be in the hands of players like you, rather than in collections, in my opinion. Excellent axe!

[@PaperBanjo64]

Definitely agree, rich collector's, no matter what hobby, are a problem...at least when somebody like Joe Bonamassa or some rich rockstar buys a guitar it's actually going to be played and loved.

[@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040]

Gilmour begs to differ. He flogged his Black Strat to be forever kept in a safe. Buried, basically. ⚰️🤔

[@sacredgeometry]

@@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040 He didnt want that but it was an auction for charity he didnt get to decide who bought it

[@subzero308]

exactly guitars need to be played not put behind glass and shown off... the prices for guitars r ridiculous. I just wanna play the damn things and have fun I'm lefty so it's already a nightmare to find great guitars in the wild. gotta always buy online. but I'd love to own a 64' fender strat id never sell it hell a collector could have it after I was done playing it for a while... IDC about the money I just wanna play these amazing vintage strats.

[@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040]

@@sacredgeometry Gilmour is worth hundreds of millions, he didn't need to sell his black Strat. Having said that - even if he didn't sell it - that Strat becomes useless when he dies. The best place for it would have been in a music museum of sorts, for people to see it and get inspired.

[@RobertBakerGuitar]

Man smokin playing and just a great video 10/10 Subscribed.

[@ChrisBuckGuitar]

Ah, thank you Robert! I love your videos man ☺️

[@jakemguitarist]

I smell a collab...

[@blackhawk-editsandmore3654]

@@jakemguitarist That would be great!

[@brentblake8306]

Wow ,an old guitar that will actually be played again and not end up in a storage unit in LA as an "investment".Good on ya!

[@JTHeidrick]

Chris Buck is not only a fantastic player but super smart, articulate, and full of niceness and humility

[@carlitobrigante330]

He's a great speaker.

[@Tonetwisters]

Much agreed. A first class person first; and a first class guitar player, second ...

[@DawidDoesTechStuff]

Just came from the Paul Davis video you were featured in. I can't believe I have never found your channel before, you are CRAZY good. Criminally underrated.

[@sabahudincerimovic8372]

And u are criminally underrated gaming channel!

[@HollowRick]

Wow didn't expect to see you here dawid great tech channel mate :D

[@omdwillieturnip8840]

no way a wild dawid appeared 🤩

[@georgetebbens3524]

Bought my '62 reissue in December 1983 -- first year they were made. Fullerton, California plant. Exceptionally well-made guitars. Fender was determined to redeem their reputation after manufacturing less-than-quality guitars during the "CBS" era. Custom order black. I've played that guitar for tens of thousands of hours. It was only when my right arm wore off the black finish that I realized it was sunburst underneath. Pawned it just once. Showed up a day late to bail it out. They had already sold it to a guitar dealer. Broke my heart. I couldn't even look at a photo of a Strat for years. Then, one fine day, six years later I popped in a guitar shop here in Chicago and there she was! Miraculously I happened to have $2300 in the bank to buy it back on the spot. (I pawned it for a $160 loan.) Only time in my entire life I had more than a few hundred bucks to my name. I put EMG pickups in it in the mid-1980s. (It was the thing to do at the time. I was with my brother at the time. He asked if I was sure it was mine. Of course I was sure. I recognized every chip in the nitro, the wear on the back of the neck, the cigarette burn mark on the headstock under the low e-string, the little crescent-shaped dent. We guitar players recognize our babies. Plus, the serial number matched. I call her my "miracle guitar". Never, ever pawn a guitar you love! Now if I could only find the 1986 Guild Nightbird II gg with the gorgeous quilted maple top I sold, like an idiot! Or the Gibson Chet Atkins nylon string I sold, like an idiot. Or the 1978 natural-finish Strat "hardtail" I sold, like an idiot.

[@michaelbrooks5178]

Can't think of anyone who deserves this more. Thanks for the incredible playing and videos. May it serve you well!

[@nickjones3222]

I agree.👍

[@NormanWoods]

Agreed

[@mrredritehand]

Absolutely

[@mariodriessen9740]

You're so right!!! Actually, this brings up something I've been thinking about for several years now. You see, I have a bunch of guitars and they're all important to me. Most of them aren't really special. They're good, but not uncommon. However, there's one guitar that I feel very strongly about. It's my number 1 guitar and the idea of me dying (I'm not the youngest guy and certainly not the healthiest one) and leaving this guitar behind to never be played again, or to be sold to someone who just can't play is unbearable to me. So after my death I want this guitar, a black Gibson ES-347, 2nd version (I think 1987, not sure) to be given to someone who's an amazing guitar player, who isn't filthy stinking rich (yet), who's young and who's likely to travel all over the world to play his (or her) music and who will take care for my beloved guitar and use it properly. If I'd die tomorrow, Chris Buck would be the only guitar player I can think of who ticks all the boxes. I'd want him to have my 347. Wow...., you know this is the first time I found someone to give my guitar to. 😃

[@fongy200]

@@mariodriessen9740 You sir are the real deal. God bless your sentiments. My late father left me an extensive collection of vintage Guitars, i play so it pleased him that i chose to take lessons and eventualy became pretty good by everyman standards, but there's one thing that really ticked him off and that was the fact i'm left handed. The search for my own Guitars over the past 40 years has been a hard one quite frankly. I was buying my Guitars when they would charge a premium for lefties. My collection including my Dad's are heirlooms for my children but your sentiments resonate with me.

[@MatthewScottmusic]

Congrats man turned out great!

[@ChrisBuckGuitar]

Cheers Matthew! Hope you're well mate :)

[@MatthewScottmusic]

@@ChrisBuckGuitar yessir and you👍🏻

[@srv.1664]

Imagine a 62 strat living the best life ever in 2020

[@Cadillac500]

Imagine anything living the best life ever in 2020.

[@Johnny1.0]

Truth!

[@murattaner7384]

@@Cadillac500 Me at 67.5. Details upon request but one clue: Have been working at it for almost 67.5 years last 35 being really hard work :)))

[@jasonpitre1249]

@@murattaner7384 Life is a journey. Keep on keeping on! Especially when music is a muse.

[@jimkostan9932]

I am living that life with my 2 1962 fender Stratocaster .To me they are the best playing stratocaster ever made.Also the Best sounding.The modern ones pale in comparison.

[@fivewattworld]

Lots of fun Chris! Thanks for taking us along for the ride.

[@cchester1919]

sounds incredible but only sounds THAT good because it's in YOUR hands. I could never get all that out of it. Incredible player! :)

[@gnatiu]

So there should be no hype about it.

[@saffordpastor]

Just discovered your videos and music just recently. Not only are you a truly great guitarist, but you are also extremely articulate and engaging while in your speech. Great vocabulary which may not mean much to some but in today’s educational environment most folks converse at about an 8th grade level...at best. Just quite impressed with you and your content. And the information and playing is so valuable. Keep it up.

[@carlitobrigante330]

I was thinking exactly the same!

[@mamamamamamamable]

chris your playing is just something else man, every time i'm amazed again

[@greg6L6GC]

Chris is a player. He’s got all the moves.

[@robinmidgley102]

Wow incredible playing

[@rogerrussian9750]

OMG!!!!!! MY FELLOW GUITARPHILES ! Isn't it absolutely fantastic when you put a classic guitar in the hands of a great player like Mr Chris Buck. What a sound ! What a player !

[@cometodolly]

That sir, is quite easily the most delicious playing I have heard in decades.👏👏

[@larrypower8659]

Having played for 60 years (some years better than others), I can tell you the sound of the WHOLE guitar is what makes the magic. It’s just the complete instrument working as one. Chris, you made that point and it’s true. An acoustic guitar is easier to understand in that regard, certainly. But those who feel an electric guitar is just wood and electronics and it’s the pickups that make the big difference are wrong. The other thing you mentioned that’s so true: Always play an electric guitar unplugged first. You can tell so much that way, especially with resonance and playability. If an electric is loud and you feel it against your body, chances are you’ve got a good one to start. My ‘69 SG and ‘66 Strat just jump out at you and I bought both of them straight away. They are outstanding instruments; resonant and great playing, with the kind of mojo only great guitars have. You cannot describe it, but when people hear it they know immediately - that’s a great axe. Keep up the great work, lad. You’re a hell of a player and right respectful of good instruments.

[@LennyJohnson5]

Larry Power Great comment 👍🎸

[@Glicksman1]

Yes, the whole guitar is a significant part of its sound, but the magic is made (or not) by the player.

[@jimkostan9932]

Funny u mention a 69 Gibson SG: My first real guitar a SG special in cherry w/p-90s that was my first real guitar; cost me $149.99 in 1969 with case.!! But remember, minimum wage was like a $1.20 hr....(LOL) $149.99 WAS A ABOUT 1WEEK OF PAY:CUTTING LAWNS:AGE 13.... Now a player of 54yrs.still have the 62 strat. One1 is getting new fretwire as we speak! Sticking with the original fretwire! Not effing it up with the 6105 keeping them original keeps the price higher.

[@wsurfn]

That middle p/u on the 62 sounds amazing. The unplugged demo was very impressive too. Enjoy it. You deserve to play the best out there.

[@boatman222345]

Fascinating! And I don't even play the guitar....just love listening to folks who are passionate about a subject they know a lot about.

[@WillyKidd]

Wow. My apologies Chris, I've been following this saga on Tone Twins, but wasn't yet familiar with you as a player. You're world class and that guitar is meant to be with you. Enjoy!

[@petermayonejr.3420]

Great playing! Fiesta Red is Fender's most iconic custom 60s color!

[@larrypower8659]

Olympic White has it beat, sorry.

[@SimpleManGuitars1973]

@@larrypower8659 Nah dude I'm with the Fiesta. That thing is glorious looking. Olympic White is cool too but that Fiesta is in a league of its own.

[@marchel9322]

Peter Mayone custom colors like Fiesta Red are from the fifties.

[@petermayonejr.3420]

@@larrypower8659 Yes, it's also as iconic as FRED, along with early 60s 3-tone sunburst finished in Nitro.

[@GerryBlue]

@@larrypower8659 Candy Apple Red all the way ;)

[@scottmccord9363]

Holy lord. I just clicked on the vid Bc it was talking about a ‘62 strat. Didn’t expect that level of craftsmanship. Wow.

[@captainsnarky6949]

Chris is honestly one of the best guitarists I've ever heard, especially for being so young. My heroes are mostly the old British guys; Clapton, Beck, Page, Gilmour, Peter Green, Paul Kossoff, Gary Moore (Irish), and I rate Chris at that level of natural ability.

[@drdre4397]

That ain't natural ability... that's practice and dedication.

[@Matt-og5kd]

??? no black people lmao

[@Matt-og5kd]

@James Wheeler pick up a rock n roll history book

[@Matt-og5kd]

@James Wheeler yes, he is saying his heroes are old british guys

[@Matt-og5kd]

@James Wheeler why limit it to that, is my point

[@cancelbubble6535]

3 years late to this party....Just finished watching the restoration videos, a great video series. Really cool that you were able to buy it and get it restored, sounds awesome. Glad to see you kept the "original refinish" on it.

[@lesharrison3739]

The guitar is fantastic but your playing is unreal. I'm just blown away by your phrasing and how you get Derek Trucks-like tones without paying slide. Thanks for sharing your journey and all of your playing with us.

[@gregwilson2721]

derek is boring as hell after about 4 minutes with the piercing one trick pony show. this guy can really play.

[@alebox2002]

Wtf of a solo was that? You are the best bluesman on youtube hands down

[@PaxtonTrench]

I am fascinated by Chris’ playing. That right hand technique, that left hand technique. It’s familiar yet totally unique. One of the few guitar KZbinrs whose actual hands on playing is in its own league. Thank you!

[@thomasguitarman9025]

He is a bit like Derek Trucks without the slide

[@TDig.]

10 seconds into opening jam. Yes, you deserve this guitar.

[@stevesoldwedel]

This was a long wait, but well worth it. So nice to see and hear how it came out. A lot of other folks have expressed similarly, but that such a "holy grail" guitar is in the hands of as supremely capable player as yourself is truly just deserts.

[@americanbigelow]

Chris, Sounds like you've got a great sounding Strat there. The comparison with the Highway One Strat is great. Thanks for that. I'd say there's a difference but not anything that would matter at all with a band behind you. I'm just glad to see an old guitar getting a chance to shine again in the hands of a great player. Congratulations on this project and thanks for documenting it. Also... Thanks for the great content and fantastic music. I'm a fan. CHEERS! from Austin, Texas.

[@Simonfreediving]

It might be the 10th comment I put in here but you're solo at the begining is legend! Such a feel of everything! I can't wait to see you touring in Europe when possible.

[@ipuya]

Chris I'm new to playing the guitar. In fact i picked it up only when the pandemic hit. But i just wanna say I've lost count of how many times I've watched this solo and you've really inspired me to push hard and improve! Just unbelievable playing and that Strat sounds like it was destined to be in your hands.

[@drewsmith1563]

Hi Chris recently got me a 62 strat love it

[@imgonnagetbanned]

Great to see a video after all this time! I've been watching all the restoration videos, so happy to finally see it on the channel! Play it well Mr. Buck.

[@BeefNEggs057]

Yay it’s finished! Thanks for sharing the journey. Glad it ended up good!

[@mikeymumblesreal]

Like giving a great painter the perfect most comfortable tools for him to absorb into his mind in the most relaxed way, allowing creativity to be effortless.

[@neilgaydon5430]

You didn’t just buy it, you earned it...you found it, fought for it, sorted it (with some serious skill by Huw) and can play it like few others. Its story continues and can’t wait to see where it takes you. Congratulations.

[@telecasterguitarslinger]

Stunning that’s all I can say....it’s in the right hands if you ask me....

[@lenduckworth99]

The vintage strats always sound 'airier' than the modern. Moisture has all left the wood. Amazing work

[@ΟΟύτις]

No they don't.Actually they are crap compering with a new one especially ibanez.

[@stevelaferney3579]

Thanks Chris and Huw. A gorgeous job on this ‘62. It looks right, plays right. Sounds right with what you chose for the pups. Just a great balance of everything aural and visual! Thanks again.

[@conditionone2320]

Congrats on the guitar and kudos to the Tone Twins for the restoration. I'm so glad that this old guitar wound up in the hands of a player such as yourself. Thanks for putting in that acoustic clip -- it really sounds great by itself.

[@thierrylecuyer1507]

So much mojo, love the history. Looks and sounds outstanding. It's in great hands, looking forward to more videos featuring this beauty!

[@simonplimbley5778]

Phenomenal playing my friend and as others I have enjoyed the journey immensely....couldn’t be in better hands. It will be a honour to see you and the strat live in the near future 🎸

[@slapitman]

As somebody who has just completed work on a beat up 67 tele that came into my workshop a few months ago I can both vouch for what’s being said here and substantiate the unique sonic quality these old Fenders have. I have worked on many of them and there is something about them that defies logic but you only hear when in somebody hands who can play them well. Yes there’re expensive but boy are they worth it.

[@guitarman1129420]

Unbelievable job Chris, enjoy.

[@richphillips4519]

My July 62 strat has the magic you refer to I love it I do believe it knows what you want out of it .I

[@deronwitmer3937]

What a genuinely enjoyable conversation between two dudes I would enjoy the heck out of hanging out with. Awesome, awesome content Chris. Thank you.

[@hmrbruce]

Congrats Great Guitar. It was a joy to watch the process THANK YOU

[@dlgnlwls84]

Whatever the guitar you play, they all sound equally incredible.

[@TorToroPorco]

I’ve been eagerly looking forward to this. The refinished fret board is gorgeous and I’m so glad the body’s finish was left as is. The distinctiveness of the color, patina and crackling is a huge part of the guitar’s appeal. As for its value based on its adherence to the original vintage the most valuable Strats have always been elevated by the artists who owned it and the fact that this is a Chris Buck Strat adds value for me. If I was wealthy I would gift Chris a vintage bridge pickup. As a master of tone Chris is fully deserving of the gorgeously nuanced notes this Strat is capable of much like the way the top violinists are often matched with Stradivarius violins.There is a sumptuous richness to the tones and the decay is incredibly sustained like the finish of a good wine. I’m looking forward to future jams with this guitar. Of course it goes without saying that this guitar should be insured for a pretty penny.

[@SFBGuitar]

Damn! That guitar is just gorgeous. One of the most iconic colors, especially when paired with a rosewood fingerboard. Great playing, as always man. Enjoy!

[@ChrisBuckGuitar]

Cheers Steve ☺️

[@protonman8947]

A great saga Chris, thanks for all the interesting details.

[@jameseverall]

Dude, that opening solo was incredible mate. That strat sounds killer!

[@southpaw335]

An awesome restoration job from Huw, great to see it rescued and restored and making music again (that intro was superb). I’ll be the first to admit after the initial state of it i thought the body would need a refinish, but it looks great cleaned up. Cheers Chris.

[@LennyJohnson5]

It sounds amazing.... just that opening two minutes. Amazing. It's definitely found its way home.

[@andresgaron]

Hi. Great restoration job of The luthier. The decay of the note on the 62 it is so gentle. Cheers and thanks for this video and review.

[@Lemmysfinger]

Wonderful. I’ve loved following this guitar on the Tone Twins channel. Hugh nailed it and you now have a beautiful vintage strat fit for the stage. Enjoy it my friend.

[@philipmarsh3522]

A bit late to the party but just a compliment to the truly beautiful repair and restoration. I hope in the years since you got this it has given you hours of joyful playing. It is, without doubt, very cool. Sounds good and is cool is a pretty good combination!

[@ozzie-sk9dh]

Awesome playing. Your bends are so controlled. Strong hands and spirit of Mr Gilmour.

[@sidwhelan6918]

I have played a few '62 originals and '62 re-issues and never really been thrilled with any of them pickup-wise and not only that I have gotten unsolicited negative feedback on them in terms of live & recorded sound. Though yours sounds great. I recently bought a '61 that I absolutely love. It had belonged for a while to Steve Earle before I bought it. I ran into him at a show after I bought it and he told me that the pickups on the guitar that's now mine are not original, which explained a lot for me. They're from the '80's he says. And they have a lot more oomph than any original or re-issue '62's I have played. The fretboard is to die for. BTW I have played a '57 in original condition and both owned and played custom shop '50's re-issues. And I love them. Same with late 60's, both originals and re-issues. The TR Crandall Shop in NYC that sold me the Steve Earle Strat, when I asked them, said that pickup quality control at Fender in the early 1960's was a crap shoot and they weren't paying a lot of attention. And they said that if you see an early 1960's Strat with its original finish intact then you might have your first indication that the pickups don't sound very good. But the ones with little or no original finish left tend to be the ones that sound good. But that's their opinion certainly and I am just passing it along. Anyway, kudos on your inexpensive acquisition and the fabulous-sounding restoration.

[@lvanteale4679]

A bit of fender history in your hands, well deserved for a great player that you are 🎸

[@ia5662]

Funnily enough, John Frusciante found out his pickups in his beloved 62 Strat were actually newer and modern Seymour Duncan SSLs, so really, as much as I loved the look and color choices of a 62 Strat, it's all in the hands. Of course, a good set of pickups helps and they are definitely lower output like a Gilmour type, which allows for more clarity as you crank an amp. The low output pickups are probably a huge part of the allure. I think these sound great, but again, all in the hands.The pickup A/B was awesome!

[@eocha24]

Fru said that but his guitar tech later said they settled for stock 62 pickups, not Seymour duncan

[@stanesposito2664]

Didn't Gilmour use EMGs for years? They are not low gain. He still sounded great.

[@gregwilson2721]

not true. your soul is in your hands, the tone is in your guitar and amp

[@ishancooper]

Congrats Chris!! Well done on the restoration. I love that the guitar’s got its own history and you’re now a big part of it. The finish is beautiful too!

[@rdp281089]

A worthy guitar for a great player. I'm very glad an iconic guitar of this quality is in the hands of a player rather than collecting dust in a collection. Guitars like this were made to be played and enjoyed. A superb restoration and what's more, what's not to like about a red vintage Stratocaster?

[@mastertheguitar]

Great video! Really enjoyed watching and a huge congrats on the Strat!

[@Deliquescentinsight]

Wow, quite a process, superb result chaps and very interesting to follow

[@musicplaylists59]

i think that first jam was the best i've ever heard you sound! so i'd say yeah its worth the hype

[@keith.loves.lasagna]

Those pickups are indeed nuanced. Perfect for your dynamic playing. Nice grab and nice restoration! Love that you kept the original body's paint job and the look & condition of the neck. Thanks for the thorough video and lovely playing

[@jazzyrudy3627]

5 months... and this Strat looks and sounds like it should in the hands of a master player! Chris, fantastic job on that axe. I hope that when you come and visit us in Lyon, France in Star’s Music, you’ll take it with you. See you around!

[@auzzieworker5183]

For me the main thing is that a beautiful old guitar is restored and will make music for years to come. Sounds pretty much as good as a strat can.

[@omricohen1072]

Chris your videos are incredible!! You manage to keep them interesting all the way through

[@davemis40]

It’s great that this guitar has landed in the hands of someone who can really play and get some proper use and mileage out of it

[@latheofheaven1017]

I empathise with your practical, player's approach to guitars in general and this one in particular Chris. I think it's refreshing that you haven't got swept up by the hype, and can still approach the guitar with the same attitude that Fender had themselves in making it in the first place - that it should be a tool with which to make music. An old guitar could not wish for a better fate than to spend its later years in your hands.

[@Twizzlemenizzle1]

That's a seriously good restore.

[@GeoffSchaadt]

If it inspires you to keep playing like that opening jam, that guitar is worth ten times whatever you've spent on it! Have you ever considered putting out self-produced EPs kind of like Rabea? Would be great to have these tones on my phone to play in the car!

[@ChrisBuckGuitar]

Cheers! And yeah, definitely at some point. Bea does the instrumental thing far better than I can but I've definitely considered some other stuff :)

[@Zebula77]

That opening jam tone is...wow. Of course, most of that is down to your playing, which is fecking fantastic. You've got a new fan, man. :)

[@frishdaw]

Dude your channel is wicked what an exciting video! I know it’s been a few months but wow what a story

[@davidwoods358]

Holy Crapola, that opener!! I'm just gonna go throw my guitar in the nearest dumpster. That was some wicked stuff dude! inspirational at the very least. Best tone, feel and notes I've heard for a while. Totally cool guitar, a piece of history. There's magic in there fer' sure!

[@rollingstockco8223]

Is yours also a '62? Let me know which dumpster 😉. Cheers!

[@mike_aiton]

What a delicious guitar beautifully played. I am shocked how well the other Strat held up in comparison, but it’s all in the fingers and the heart!

[@LennyJohnson5]

Mike Aiton Good point, but the Chris Buck signature p/ups fitted in the Highway One are superb too.

[@videovuer]

Wow! It sounds fantastic. It was a lot of work. From here, it was totally worth it. Hope it brings you great joy. You're playing is blazing. Thanks for sharing the whole process. Cheers!

[@MadSonStudios]

brother i just found you and i am so blown away by your style and your tone and just your GOD given talent.i am really mesmerized and i am a new sub/fan.and i will be studying you to see if i can even come close.thanks for what you do...

[@michaelmarsh4013]

Oh that middle pickup on the '62 tho! Gorgeous guitar, Chris, congratulations.

[@unboxoverkill]

Chris’s intro solos always speaks to my carnal side... if you catch my drift

[@DavidOHara-t4b]

Looking at a used 62 reissue at the minute. That demo has deffo swung it ! Not that I can play like that, but if it sounds half as good, I'll be a happy man. Cheers. Great demo of a great guitar.

[@PhreddCrintt]

Fantastic Chris. Thank you so much for this 'Journey' and your resolution and commitment to gig the guitar.

[@dizzyrider3883]

It’s actually a miracle that they sound as good as they do.

[@GazP23]

Oh yeah, that was well worth the wait. Absolutely stunning. Enjoyed the interview with Huw too, top man. It's a beauty, I'm glad it's in the hands of somebody who will play the hell out of it. Congratulations.

[@milesmillon1750]

Dude, your playing is ridiculous. The complete control of hard to finger picking is nuts. Your control of the volume knob is also nuts. Just incredible chops.

[@chrisshaw6451]

Fabulous video Chris, what a journey! 👍❤️

[@davidwile1277]

I drove across Canada to buy a 1960 stratocaster ( refin but all original parts ) Had my luthier surprise me with a period correct color ( he chose sonic blue no clear coat ) and I had SS jumbo frets installed....its now worth alot more money but to nice to get rid of....yours is killer

[@nickm.9474]

That was a fun journey. Thanks for taking us along for the ride. The guitar sounds great.

[@mpalin11]

Sick solo in the beginning! Love it!

[@mgbasinski]

I bought a 62 Strat in 1976 (from the original owner), loved that guitar. Sadly, was stolen in 1991.. but it was truly exceptional sounding instrument.

[@spoonsmith9506]

Glad she's in your hands Buck.

[@jamescurtis8584]

Chris that unplugged bit you played was on fire

[@orlandofernandes4790]

As said below, this great instrument is only worth if played by guys like you. Amazing playing!!

[@glenproctor1999]

Excellent analysis and really interesting! Those old pickups definitely have something!

[@rossgillcreative]

Sounds great man, the comparison with the highway one guitar proves how amazing those guitars are for the money too!!

[@johnwatson9803]

62 my birth year wow authentic history with fresh chops well played young gun.