This body is Poplar, it did not require any grain filler or sealer. I basically just sanded up to 320 and then hit it with the stain. The grain raised a bit so I lightly sanded with 320 and that took care of it. Feels pretty smooth and I am sure with each coat of Tru Oil it will feel better and ...

I like that you went a more natural direction with the Poplar... after staining mine I realized that any pigment just obliterates the grain, can't see much. Although it's not the most beautiful grained wood - yours is a stunner. I dig it.

Thanks guys! I started using the Tru Oil this weekend. Very easy to apply this stuff and I kind of like the smell. Although, I did spill some on my countertop, not sure how to get it off - left a weird shiny residue. Anyway, should I steel wool between every coat or should I build up a few quotes ...

Staining is done, just have to touch up a few small areas that were splotchy/not even. I like the color a lot! Looks a little less blue in person and a bit more subtle but a nice vibrant shade none the less. Next are some touch ups and clear coating - then re-wiring. Getting there!

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May have to return the neck to the Ebay seller too... the low E nut slot is way too wide and deep for some reason. Looks like some one messed with it. I am not so sure I am comfortable superglue and baking soda'ing the slot. Should I give it a try or just send the fucker back?

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Sweet, I just got a set of Tru-Oil myself for my next project. I got the complete gun stock kit. I don't think I'll be using the walnut stain tho.


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So, this weekend I grabbed some finishing supplies. I have everything I need now except for the Tru Oil. The stain is a water based stain, Minwax Island Water - it's a nice blue color. Hoping it turns out well. If it looks like shit, I will just sand it off and paint the fucker. Pictures as I go...

Nice neck... I dig the binding and large headstock. How much did that thing run you if you don't mind me asking???

Good deal on this! I was toying with the idea of doing this color on my Telemaster build. I really dig the finish on this and the Lee Ronaldo models. Satin finish kinda... and the colors are rad.

PS.. robroe, your kid is adorable.

I was eyeballing these for a while before I decided to build my own Telemaster. Something about these looks off to me.. the upper horn is too long, looks freakish plus they have repulsive headstocks. I did hear a demo of one on Ebay and it sounded decent.

Thanks man! Everything lines up perfectly, things just shifted because the bridge plate and stuff are sitting on top of the wires which are squished into the cavities. I have never tried one of these so I am hoping I like the feel of it. Tone wise I think it will be a home run. We'll see though ...

So, here is a quick mock up - nothing is screwed in. I notice the pickguard and bridge plate are off a bit, but once screwed in everything lines up perfectly.

No worries man - I'm a novice too. :) The Telecaster neck fits directly into the neck socket with out any modification. These Telemaster style bodies are generally cut custom to spec. The most common set up is a standard tele configuration, pick ups and neck pocket, string ferrule holes, jack and ...

So... what does a brother have to do to get a response in here?!?! Do I smell? Do I need a shower? haha

I noticed the photos changed because they were linked to USCAG's website.. so ignore those on prior pages.

Anyway, my plan is to stain and use tru oil to get a nice Satin Finish. Here are my finishing supplies, let me know if you think I will need anything else. Thanks!

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So here we go.... Body and Pickguard are cut and the guy did a wonderful job! Pictured is my Classic Vibe Tele which I will use parts from. Everything is going, pickups, controls and all ...

Sweet, thanks. I am considering staining mine... but from the photos the colors look weird, might not take stain evenly. How was the color on yours prior to clear coating?

The Telemaster I am building has a Poplar body, I am going to paint the shit out of that thing - grain and color is a bit weird for me. In terms of the wood, how does it feel - light weight, strong enough, is the tone nice unplugged?

Great work!!!! Love these - I would like to have the Black Flag one hanging up in my house.