Comparison of Neck Finishes
Mon Dec 16, 2013 9:42 pm
Thanks to John Toner, G&L Customer Service, for this photo showing some of the neck finishes (2011):
John describes them:
The Tinted Glossy Neck is also know as Vintage Tint Gloss.
Also, see What is TGN?
Note from Steve Grom, Director of Manufacturing, about the Satin finished necks:
Beginning in 2013, G&L had expanded the neck finishes options:
Vintage Tint Gloss - Has a hue of an aged finish. Can work well for both a vintage or modern look.
Not recommended with Wood Binding on a Swamp Ash body (doesn't match well).
Vintage Tint Satin - Has a hue of an aged finish with the modern feel of a satin finish. Can work well for
both a vintage or modern look. Not recommended with Wood Binding on a Swamp Ash body (doesn't match well).
Light Tint Gloss - More of a subtle hue than Vintage Gloss, adds character and warmth to the look. Versatile.
Light Tint Satin - More of a subtle hue than Vintage Gloss with the modern feel of a satin finish.
Adds character and warmth to the look. Versatile.
Clear Gloss - A great choice for use with a Natural Gloss finish.
Clear Satin - Standard on most models, satin is smooth and easy playing.
2013 - present Neck Finishes Images
Vintage Tint Gloss:
Light Tint Gloss:
Clear Gloss:
Vintage Tint Satin:
Light Tint Satin:
Clear Satin:
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John describes them:
Natural Satin. Looks like bare wood, feels like baby skin.
Light tint. Has a warm wheat color.
Tinted Glossy Neck. What some refer to as Gun Oil Finish has an amber hue to it.
The Tinted Glossy Neck is also know as Vintage Tint Gloss.
Also, see What is TGN?
Note from Steve Grom, Director of Manufacturing, about the Satin finished necks:
The Eastern Rock Maple we buy for neck tends to be very white in color and sometimes
the clear satin finish can almost appear to be non-existent. We are looking at adding one more
coat to see how much a difference that makes. We are also starting to offer what’s being called
Light Tint Satin, where there is a slight amber tint to the finish and this might be a good alternative
for a number of customers wanting a natural looking satin finish.
Beginning in 2013, G&L had expanded the neck finishes options:
G&L's available neck finishes include Clear, Light Tint and Vintage Tint, each available in Gloss or Satin. Note that the actual appearance may vary as each piece of maple is unique.
Vintage Tint Gloss - Has a hue of an aged finish. Can work well for both a vintage or modern look.
Not recommended with Wood Binding on a Swamp Ash body (doesn't match well).
Vintage Tint Satin - Has a hue of an aged finish with the modern feel of a satin finish. Can work well for
both a vintage or modern look. Not recommended with Wood Binding on a Swamp Ash body (doesn't match well).
Light Tint Gloss - More of a subtle hue than Vintage Gloss, adds character and warmth to the look. Versatile.
Light Tint Satin - More of a subtle hue than Vintage Gloss with the modern feel of a satin finish.
Adds character and warmth to the look. Versatile.
Clear Gloss - A great choice for use with a Natural Gloss finish.
Clear Satin - Standard on most models, satin is smooth and easy playing.
2013 - present Neck Finishes Images
Vintage Tint Gloss:
Light Tint Gloss:
Clear Gloss:
Vintage Tint Satin:
Light Tint Satin:
Clear Satin:
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