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Private Stock EASTERN FLAME MAPLE Guitar Billet / Beauty of the Burst* (II-68)
Estimated price for orientation: 674 $
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition
If you are looking for that vintage "beauty of the burst*" project and require a period correct old growth wood (80 plus years old woodworkers retired stock) this might be just the IDEAL billet for your deep dish carved top re-top or conversation! You are looking at a "bench mark piece" from my own Private Stock Collection with 3 dimensional figuring with highly sought after "ribbon curl"- this one is a little more unique.............Up for bid is for one (1) highly sought after with rarer ribbon curl pattern, slab sawn cut, old growth Eastern Maple (acer rubrum) electric guitar luthier billet. This has excellent chatoyance with excellent figuring! Excellent growth ring complimented by an excellent tap tone!!!!!Ideal for those that want an ideal period top for an LP conversion or a re-top! LP single-cut outline (non cut-away) on the one face to show fit and size. LP single-cut halve outline ("A" & "B" side) for fit and visual reference. There are burl pins/cluster that goes through the core, that has been isolated as shown and way outside of the pattern. There is an outside corner un-surfaced area (triangular in shape about 5-1/2" long, 1.30" at it's widest and 1.685" thick at this area)- way outside of the pattern. There is also an indentation at the one side edge (about 1/32" deep, 1/2" wide). Dimensions (approximate):20" long x 7-5/16" wide x 1.740" thick. Old growth, 80 plus years seasoning (10-11 percent moisture content). Slab sawn cut. Sapwood. This will need properly acclimation to your shop prior to fabrication. Clear shellac/denatured alcohol mixed applied to the surface to help show color, grain and figure (if any). Photographed with exterior natural lighting conditions. Ends sealed with Anchor seal. Physical weight is approx. 6.15 pounds. *****COMMENT: There are burl pins/cluster that goes through the core, that has been isolated as shown and way outside of the pattern. There is an outside corner un-surfaced area (triangular in shape about 5-1/2" long, 1.30" at it's widest and 1.685" thick at this area)- way outside of the pattern. There is also an indentation at the one side edge (about 1/32" deep, 1/2" wide). Rough surfaced planed both faces- will require to be jointed planed and surfaced planed flat. Side edges rough cut. deep. Please see photo's for details and reference of the items mentioned above. *NOTE: To all international bidders- be aware that shipping this product to your country is subject to necessary duties and taxes that you will be responsible for. Please keep that in mind when bidding. ******Will ship to Paypal confirmed address only with INSURANCE AND SIGNATURE CONFIRMATION REQUIRED****** Best of luck!
Description
| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition |
If you are looking for that vintage "beauty of the burst*" project and require a period correct old growth wood (80 plus years old woodworkers retired stock) this might be just the IDEAL billet for your deep dish carved top re-top or conversation! You are looking at a "bench mark piece" from my own Private Stock Collection with 3 dimensional figuring with highly sought after "ribbon curl"- this one is a little more unique.............Up for bid is for one (1) highly sought after with rarer ribbon curl pattern, slab sawn cut, old growth Eastern Maple (acer rubrum) electric guitar luthier billet. This has excellent chatoyance with excellent figuring! Excellent growth ring complimented by an excellent tap tone!!!!!Ideal for those that want an ideal period top for an LP conversion or a re-top! LP single-cut outline (non cut-away) on the one face to show fit and size. LP single-cut halve outline ("A" & "B" side) for fit and visual reference. There are burl pins/cluster that goes through the core, that has been isolated as shown and way outside of the pattern. There is an outside corner un-surfaced area (triangular in shape about 5-1/2" long, 1.30" at it's widest and 1.685" thick at this area)- way outside of the pattern. There is also an indentation at the one side edge (about 1/32" deep, 1/2" wide). Dimensions (approximate):20" long x 7-5/16" wide x 1.740" thick. Old growth, 80 plus years seasoning (10-11 percent moisture content). Slab sawn cut. Sapwood. This will need properly acclimation to your shop prior to fabrication. Clear shellac/denatured alcohol mixed applied to the surface to help show color, grain and figure (if any). Photographed with exterior natural lighting conditions. Ends sealed with Anchor seal. Physical weight is approx. 6.15 pounds. *****COMMENT: There are burl pins/cluster that goes through the core, that has been isolated as shown and way outside of the pattern. There is an outside corner un-surfaced area (triangular in shape about 5-1/2" long, 1.30" at it's widest and 1.685" thick at this area)- way outside of the pattern. There is also an indentation at the one side edge (about 1/32" deep, 1/2" wide). Rough surfaced planed both faces- will require to be jointed planed and surfaced planed flat. Side edges rough cut. deep. Please see photo's for details and reference of the items mentioned above. *NOTE: To all international bidders- be aware that shipping this product to your country is subject to necessary duties and taxes that you will be responsible for. Please keep that in mind when bidding. ******Will ship to Paypal confirmed address only with INSURANCE AND SIGNATURE CONFIRMATION REQUIRED****** Best of luck!