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Jimmy Caldwell
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I haven't done much posting lately, as earning a living has really gotten in the way of my lutherie. I do have a few going and hopefully I'll have these ready to finish in a few weeks.







I'm going to switch gears for awhile and venture into the vintage world. 00's, 000's, OM's, and others are in my future. It will be a great change of pace for me. There are so many great old guitars out there. It should be fun.

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Brock Poling
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COOL!!! Great work.


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Very nice! I really like your end graft and the backing of the head plate. Both are things I have wanted to try myself

Out of curiosity, how do you do the end graft? I have had some different thoughts about it, but as I said, I have not tried it yet.

I really look forward to seeing them pop with finish!

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Jimmy,
Those are absolutely stunning! That ziricote is absolutely gorgeous! You make some the most beautiful guitars I've ever seen! Keep up the great work, and look forward to seeing some of your new creations. Thanks for sharing!
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Nice work Jimmy!

Are all three body designs original? JBreault38971.5900810185

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Good Stuff Jimmy!
Very nice!

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Great stuff Jimmie, they all look awesome now, i can just imagine what it'll be under finish!

WOW!

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Jimmy if they look this great now I can hardly wait to see them under finish.

Those are all very nicely appointed. I especially like your end graft. Beautiful work


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Three beauties, Jimmy! Looks like you are using a more traditional neck style on the smaller bodies. Are they one-piece? It does look like you still have some bracing surprises inside the box, though. Well done!
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A beautiful vision..I love the cutaway on the right.
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All look excellent, you have been busy.

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Very good work Jimmy! All three are exceptional!I like your end graft also.And your headstocks are great.Beautiful wood selection.

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James Orr
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Those are exquisite!
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Wow, talk about variety!
Keep up the good work.
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I like the Big-body semi cut-away! Don't see those very often.
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I like it!

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Very nice! I always enjoy seeing guitars with an instantly recognizeable design, even more so when I really like the design, as is the case with these. I think your headstocks are especially elegant.

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Man, I'd be proud to own ANY one of those! (So, which one are you gonna send me???!! ). Beautiful work in every aspect! Can't wait to see 'em all shiny and strung!

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Sweet selection. Beautiful execution. Can't wait to see them all shiny.

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