Ding106 viewsThere were 6 dings to this depth, which varied in size. There were also other shallower scratches, scuffs and knocks over the edges and back of the body.tone256
Whole front105 viewsCompleted and reassembled. Modifications:
Original finish removed and re-finished with oil
Electrics altered to provide 2 volume and one tone controltone256
Leaflet outer pages105 viewsNote that this says the serial number is LP 793 599 and not LA 7-93 599. This is not only a departure from the standard format at the time, but I assume the LP refers to the Pro whereas LA for Los Angeles would seem to have been the standard. Furthermore, the date of manufacture is given as 19th August, whereas received wisdom is that "7-93" would indicate July. Not in any way important, but interesting in that it suggests a factory time lag.tone256
Front following scraping after applying paint stripper104 viewstone256
Front after wash down with white spirit.104 viewsOnce the sanding is completed, the guitar is wiped down with a rag soaked in white spirit to remove the last of the wood dust and to enhance the grain slightly. Photo taken after white spirit had dried.tone256