The Shed of Dreams ES 335 build Episode 52: Polishing the lacquer.

[@rickbraig7474]

there are guitars and then there are "those" guitars. she's definitely one of "those" guitars! not only exquisite to look at; but a fitting tribute to your four legged friend. a real beauty patrick!

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks Rick, very kind, I need to do the old boy proud :)

[@whitebison66]

Someone probably mentioned it already, but one way to seal off the pot/switch/post holes is to use foam earplugs; they swell to shape, are reusable, and very inexpensive. I've enjoyed every moment of this build and learned quite a lot. Thank you!

[@PG-ex3kl]

Patrick you have made a masterpiece ! What a beautiful creation. Perfection. Well done

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Cheers mate and thanks again for the mojo mount olympus nut material :)

[@ajaxman1000]

Awesome work Patrick, looking forward to hearing it!

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks Phil, me too, it's soooo close!!

[@HangindownatDenos]

Finishing mastery Patrick. Love that burst. Wax in the holes? Cracking idea that!

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks Dean, the wax trick works a treat :)

[@jonahguitarguy]

Absolutely amazing finish results!! Stunning!!

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks Dane, it's come out nicely. It's been a long job but I'm really happy with the results.

[@jessedawes8972]

Awesome job on the finish. That burst looks so good, she's such a babe! Psyched for final episode now!!!

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Cheers Jesse, I can't wait either. I need to hear what this one sounds like :)

[@bulico06]

Very nice work! Back before I had access to a polisher I used to take the wet sanding up to 5000 grit and polish by hand, it would take weeks. As far as a sticky neck, a good remedy is a couple of coats of meguiars carnauba wax and a polish.

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Cheers, thankfully that polisher has been with me a very long time, hand polishing is a long old job! I'll check the carnauba wax out :)

[@neverenoughguitars8276]

It looks so amazing! I can't wait to see you finally play it.

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks Jaden, I can't wait to get this one done and get it plugged in :)

[@JohnPaulBernett]

It looks amazing Patrick what a beautiful finish

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks mate :)

[@bjstein4242]

Looks absolutely fantastic.. great job.. no looking back.. that carve is really impressive ... loved the new format and the installments were perfect thus far.. kept our attention and left us wanting more.. real nice job !!

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks mate, need to think of something else to keep you all entertained now!!

[@petedazer3381]

Absolutely stunning!

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Cheers Pete :)

[@geemac7267]

Looks amazing. Don't you just love the squeaky sound your fingers make when rubbed against a freshly polished gloss finish?

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks mate, the feel of the polished wood is just great :)

[@fatpotanga]

Looking stunning!

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks buddy :)

[@ksell5441]

Stunning, lovely work my friend!

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks buddy :)

[@seanbarker4610]

Beautiful finish, you have those finishing touches off to a tee! Considering it's your first 335 build, it is absolutely stunning!

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks Sean, I'm really happy with how this one is going :)

[@josefeliciano9418]

Fantastic work

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thank you very much :)

[@famousaimless2]

Someday I hope to get such nice results! That’s really looking beautiful 😃

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks Bryan, I'm really pleased with how it's turned out.

[@andrewmundenandcadfellmast4624]

Beautiful job mate!

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks buddy :)

[@MattCaffell]

That shine is awesome, do you do cars, lol. I genuinely think it's the prettiest ES I've seen

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Cheers Matt, I've done a few cars in my time, far too much flatting for my liking!!

[@MattCaffell]

I don't think I've ever polished a car in my life.

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

@@MattCaffell last time I painted my bug I had to wet sand and polish the whole thing, took me a month of evenings and weekends!!!

[@MattCaffell]

Rather you than me, lol good practice for the ES

[@jurgenzoller4407]

Have you ever sanded it polished through the clear. If so what was your solution...

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

I have burned through before, it is usually only a small area so they can usually be touched in with an airbrush quite easily. I always make sure I have some spare finish just in case.

[@bengea17]

Awesome ! What pad do you use ? I Guess a ultra soft pad ?

[@Adventuresfromtheshedofdreams]

Thanks buddy, it's actually a standard firm pad but it is always used wet which makes it much softer.