The project that Fred and I started over a year ago was something that I never expected. I badgered him a few times to allow me to come and give him a hand sometime, which he eventually agreed to. It wasn't long before he suggested that i get some wood and we can get some sides bent and a back and top cut. I have always had a tremendous respect for the small shop luthiers out there, and the care and craftsmanship that goes into their work, Haans Brentrup and John Slobod being a few of my favorites. Fred has an overall knowledge of tools, and woodworking, and paired with his patience and encouragement made this an amazing journey for me...something that I will never forget. He and I share the same respect for the craft, as well as the tried and true techniques that have been used by some of the top builders throughout history. I agree with the many marquis performers that have played his guitars and have been blown away by them. He is forever the student, as am i, learning how to do it better every day. I hope that through my project, he also furthered his understanding and abilities. That being said, Thanks very much for all of the comments, and most of the credit, quite obviously, should go to Fred. I hope that he is as proud of it as I am. I hope to sit down with each of my boys one day and plan their own guitar, praying to god they don't pull out photos of a B.C. Rich, or Charvel Jackson, or some such..... Please not that!! The failure! Hah. Anyone has any specific inquiries, i.e. Torch inlay, finish, etc., shoot me an email at timothykshelton@gmail.com. Cheers. Tim
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