Tom’s “Final” Nautilus, Sitka over Brazilian

[@acousticmountains7948]

Beautiful guitar!

[@Vlad70old]

Thank you for the MUSIC! Thank you for your kind heart! Music has connected us with a thin thread of the Internet across the entire planet!

[@howabouthetruth2157]

Man, what an amazing instrument!!! Ben, you are one FUN human being, LOL!!! Love your candor.

[@andyrueter3087]

that thing is incredible. If only I could get sponsored by you to get one. I sure can't afford it! haha

[@tsbsox]

This is Tom, yes THE Tom, LOL!!!! Ben is a wonderful human being who does indeed make the world a better place and I thank him for this fantastic guitar. I am fortunate to know him and to get to wrap myself with this guitar and its music.

[@danielquaile2960]

The world is not big enough for all of the AGF members, Zandit75 here!! Congrats on your new build mate, and if all goes to plan, one day I'll be attending your B.I.G. festival, all the way from little ole Tassie!!!

[@tsbsox]

Please do, we have had Italy and Germany and England so far! You would win the distance competition for sure!@@danielquaile2960

[@howabouthetruth2157]

Man, you are truly Blessed, and fortunate for so many reasons pertaining not only to your new Nautilus, but for your growing friendship with such an amazing person that is Ben! CONGRATS on your new tone cannon!!!

[@tsbsox]

Thanks and I have to agree with all of the above. @@howabouthetruth2157

[@scottwaara1884]

So sweet, Ben and Tom! Having gotten to know you both a little this year, it’s very moving to hear the heartfelt gratitude of one man to another who’s helped him define his life’s work and artistry. It’s a calling, on both sides, men. Very, very well done. And what a guitar!

[@billyhuynh6554]

very good design guitar

[@kaushalsuvarna5156]

Stunning, from first note

[@3cardmonty602]

What a great build. Don’t throw it at Tom.

[@jeffreydonahue8564]

I love hearing your comments on all your new guitars, but this one is special. I got to learn some of the history of your Nautilus ... this is a partial memoir that I appreciate hearing. I love hearing about the iterations of the Nautilus ... it helps me cope with the wait for mine to arrive, knowing mine will be even better! And I can't wait to see what you'll have to say about my Nautilus when it shows up on your calendar.

[@danielquaile2960]

I love how you say you don't like doing inlays because you're no good at it, yet the photos I've seen of this particular one shows it to be damn near perfect!! Great looking and tight sounding guitar Ben!! Tom's a lucky guy!

[@charleszhou4091]

The sound of the Nautilus is so unique and rich, it almost transforms into a new kind of instrument that can be played like a guitar.

[@christophergreen9981]

Amazing build! The asymmetrical grain had me all a flutter - then you laid down that nasty exit groove! Your passion and talents inspire! Keep being you, Ben!!! You make the world a better place!!!

[@wilbornguitars2923]

Thank you!

[@stever3206]

Ooh a Sunday night - unexpected gem. This video is a gift, Ben. Truly enjoy these - your passion, humility - it’s contagious. And we feel we’re right there with you. Please keep these (and more) coming. Maybe a vid on your wood collection; sets, sourcing, process, etc. Merry Christmas to All and to all a Good Night! Peace and Blessings in the New Year.

[@wilbornguitars2923]

Thanks a lot!

[@milesandmountainscoaching]

I dig the asymmetry too. Real nice as usual! It sounds to me like this is a bit ‘snappier’ than some of the other nautili, without being ‘bright.’

[@wilbornguitars2923]

It is! It's snappy!

[@samyousifii6735]

Great Guitar! Marry Christmas!!

[@scottfishkind5335]

That is incredible!! Also your playing is equally impressive!!

[@paulnichols6047]

Lovely work! Way to go, Ben… Tom will be thrilled. Great of you to give him so much credit, and great of him to give you so many good ideas! Looking forward to many more beautiful guitars to come. And a merry Christmas to you and yours.

[@wilbornguitars2923]

Thanks so much!

[@BlaisPianoGuitars]

What are the strings?

[@kenpark7427]

I have had many guitars but Wilborn is NO.1 to me.

[@BlaisPianoGuitars]

Cool.

[@stellingbanjodude]

Do you make any that doesn’t have a cutaway?

[@boco1951]

I have guitars but these guitars make me wonder?

[@TheGuitarsquatch]

I hate that I'll never be able to own one of these