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Date: 12/18/17

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 The bottom end is in the middle row

The bottom end is in the middle row

The bottom end is in the middle row.

Date: 02/06/19
Views: 296
Science!

Science!

Science!

Date: 02/07/19
Views: 305
A nice pair

A nice pair

A nice pair

Date: 02/07/19
Views: 270
My sword is magical

My sword is magical

My sword is magical

Date: 02/07/19
Views: 308
February 23, 2018-development of the V12 continued

February 23, 2018-development of the V12 continued

February 23, 2018: development of the V12 continued...slowly. I just wasn’t happy with set after set of test pickups, but my brother Johnny kept pushing, trying things until we had a breakthrough. Suddenly it was exciting and fun again. Thanks, Johnny!

Date: 02/09/19
Views: 321
March 26, 2018-test fitting laser cut Skyhawk pickguard and control plate shapes

March 26, 2018-test fitting laser cut Skyhawk pickguard and control plate shapes

March 26, 2018: test fitting laser cut Skyhawk pickguard and control plate shapes. There was still a lot of refinement work to do, but I was very happy to see the progress we made.

Date: 02/10/19
Views: 383
Sonic, Himalayan, Sonic, Himalayan

Sonic, Himalayan, Sonic, Himalayan

Sonic, Himalayan, Sonic, Himalayan

Date: 02/10/19
Views: 334
L-1000 ad slick from ‘84-front

L-1000 ad slick from ‘84-front

L-1000 ad slick from ‘84 if I remember correctly.Image may contain: guitar

Date: 02/11/19
Views: 318
L-1000 ad slick from ‘84-back

L-1000 ad slick from ‘84-back

L-1000 ad slick from ‘84 if I remember correctly.
Image may contain: guitar

Date: 02/11/19
Views: 320
1977 StingRay I guitar-1

1977 StingRay I guitar-1

This 1977 StingRay I guitar highlights how far the design had changed from the CLF-75G1 prototype we looked at on February 1. George’s body shape became an attractive blend of Strat and Jazzmaster forms, while Leo changed the electronics starting with wha

Date: 02/11/19
Views: 267
1977 StingRay I guitar-2

1977 StingRay I guitar-2

Date: 02/11/19
Views: 325
1977 StingRay I guitar-3

1977 StingRay I guitar-3

Date: 02/11/19
Views: 375
1977 StingRay I guitar-4

1977 StingRay I guitar-4

Date: 02/11/19
Views: 304
1977 StingRay I guitar-5

1977 StingRay I guitar-5

Date: 02/11/19
Views: 267
1977 StingRay I guitar-6

1977 StingRay I guitar-6

Date: 02/11/19
Views: 280
1977 StingRay I guitar-7

1977 StingRay I guitar-7

Date: 02/11/19
Views: 299
1977 StingRay I guitar-8

1977 StingRay I guitar-8

This 1977 StingRay I guitar highlights how far the design had changed from the CLF-75G1 prototype we looked at on February 1. George’s body shape became an attractive blend of Strat and Jazzmaster forms, while Leo changed the electronics starting with wha

Date: 02/11/19
Views: 304
CLF battery plate

CLF battery plate

In 1980, the CLF battery plate was updated with the word BATTERY and a decorative border stamped in.

Date: 02/11/19
Views: 427
3, 2, 1k....boom

3, 2, 1k....boom

3, 2, 1k....boom

Date: 02/11/19
Views: 323
NOS brass bushings for the CLF battery plate screws

NOS brass bushings for the CLF battery plate screws

A couple weeks ago I posted that I found a bin full of NOS brass bushings for the CLF battery plate screws. I just walk by Johnny’s office and he had the whole bin pulled out of Unit J and brought to his office. That’s my bro, always making stuff happen.

Date: 02/12/19
Views: 313
drilling out some Espada covers using his wooden jig.-1

drilling out some Espada covers using his wooden jig.-1

Here’s Johnny (!) drilling out some Espada covers using his wooden jig. Look at that gorgeous early ‘60s Delta Rockwell drill press. I just love the Art Deco industrial style and this one was made right before they changed to a mid-century clean...

Date: 02/12/19
Views: 299
drilling out some Espada covers using his wooden jig-2

drilling out some Espada covers using his wooden jig-2

Here’s Johnny (!) drilling out some Espada covers using his wooden jig. Look at that gorgeous early ‘60s Delta Rockwell drill press. I just love the Art Deco industrial style and this one was made right before they changed to a mid-century clean...

Date: 02/12/19
Views: 327
drilling out some Espada covers using his wooden jig-3

drilling out some Espada covers using his wooden jig-3

Here’s Johnny (!) drilling out some Espada covers using his wooden jig. Look at that gorgeous early ‘60s Delta Rockwell drill press. I just love the Art Deco industrial style and this one was made right before they changed to a mid-century clean...

Date: 02/12/19
Views: 306
drilling out some Espada covers using his wooden jig-4

drilling out some Espada covers using his wooden jig-4

Here’s Johnny (!) drilling out some Espada covers using his wooden jig. Look at that gorgeous early ‘60s Delta Rockwell drill press. I just love the Art Deco industrial style and this one was made right before they changed to a mid-century clean...

Date: 02/12/19
Views: 312
‘81 L-2000 has a NOS raw battery plate on it-1

‘81 L-2000 has a NOS raw battery plate on it-1

On my post about CLF battery plates yesterday, I see my friend Tony Hill commented, “I had one.” Well, check this out, Tony. Right now your ‘81 L-2000 has a NOS raw battery plate on it. I borrowed your original chrome plate for one of the Espada prototype

Date: 02/12/19
Views: 299
‘81 L-2000 has a NOS raw battery plate on it-2

‘81 L-2000 has a NOS raw battery plate on it-2

On my post about CLF battery plates yesterday, I see my friend Tony Hill commented, “I had one.” Well, check this out, Tony. Right now your ‘81 L-2000 has a NOS raw battery plate on it. I borrowed your original chrome plate for one of the Espada prototype

Date: 02/12/19
Views: 326
The Robert Poss SC-1 guitars

The Robert Poss SC-1 guitars

The Robert Poss SC-1 guitars have been soaking up the mojo in the cart behind Leo’s desk. The red one is getting a neck, and blue one I should have sent back in December but [insert excuse here]. So today, the blue one will get a second check by G&L C

Date: 02/13/19
Views: 286
Plates about to be picked up by Vince-1

Plates about to be picked up by Vince-1

Plates about to be picked up by Vince. Next time we see these they’ll be beautifully polished chrome. Yeah, even those Skyhawk plates. I think they’re going on a model called Fullerton Deluxe Skyhawk HH. A handful of old CLF battery plates from Unit J in

Date: 02/13/19
Views: 355
Plates about to be picked up by Vince-2

Plates about to be picked up by Vince-2

Date: 02/13/19
Views: 355
 I can see for blocks and blocks

I can see for blocks and blocks

I can see for blocks and blocks

Date: 02/13/19
Views: 420
first pre-production Pharaoh Gold Firemist V12

first pre-production Pharaoh Gold Firemist V12


The first pre-production Pharaoh Gold Firemist V12. The one that confirmed my belief that a big ‘ol piece of CLF black powdercoated aluminum would look insane with Pharaoh Gold. The one we sent out for photos. The one that’s been demoed and loved...

Date: 02/13/19
Views: 336
Johnny is designing a standoff that holds the pc board perpendicular to the plate

Johnny is designing a standoff that holds the pc board perpendicular to the plate


A modern G&L micro preamp is too wide to be mounted parallel to the Espada control plate as visualized in the late ‘60s, so Johnny is designing a standoff that holds the pc board perpendicular to the plate. To help him visualize the space he has to

Date: 02/14/19
Views: 332
Gettin’ down in funkytown with the Espada

Gettin’ down in funkytown with the Espada

Gettin’ down in funkytown with the Espada going into the BMAX-T bass preamp. Espada’s parallel mode would have blown minds in the ‘70s.

Date: 02/14/19
Views: 369
Leo’s prototype MFD humbuckers constructed under Stingray guitar covers-1

Leo’s prototype MFD humbuckers constructed under Stingray guitar covers-1

Leo’s prototype MFD humbuckers constructed under Stingray guitar covers. These pickups are wider (neck to bridge) than the Sabre guitar and F-100 guitar pickups which shared the same dimensions, making these appear to be more related to V12 pickups than F

Date: 02/15/19
Views: 363
Leo’s prototype MFD humbuckers constructed under Stingray guitar covers-2

Leo’s prototype MFD humbuckers constructed under Stingray guitar covers-2

Leo’s prototype MFD humbuckers constructed under Stingray guitar covers. These pickups are wider (neck to bridge) than the Sabre guitar and F-100 guitar pickups which shared the same dimensions, making these appear to be more related to V12 pickups than F

Date: 02/15/19
Views: 275
Leo’s prototype MFD humbuckers constructed under Stingray guitar covers-3

Leo’s prototype MFD humbuckers constructed under Stingray guitar covers-3

Leo’s prototype MFD humbuckers constructed under Stingray guitar covers. These pickups are wider (neck to bridge) than the Sabre guitar and F-100 guitar pickups which shared the same dimensions, making these appear to be more related to V12 pickups than F

Date: 02/15/19
Views: 322
Leo’s prototype MFD humbuckers constructed under Stingray guitar covers-4

Leo’s prototype MFD humbuckers constructed under Stingray guitar covers-4

Leo’s prototype MFD humbuckers constructed under Stingray guitar covers. These pickups are wider (neck to bridge) than the Sabre guitar and F-100 guitar pickups which shared the same dimensions, making these appear to be more related to V12 pickups than F

Date: 02/15/19
Views: 321
Pharaoh Gold Firemist

Pharaoh Gold Firemist

Pharaoh Gold Firemist. It’s my jam lately. I mean, imagine how fly Cadillac was in 1973 and 1974 when they offered this color. Naturally, it looks stunning with a lot of old school CLF bling.

Date: 02/15/19
Views: 303
early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw-1

early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw-1

New Tool Day: a beautiful early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw that was owned by Pomona Unified School District, about 20 miles from here. The patina on this thing is awesome, and a little buffing will really bring out the finish.

Date: 02/19/19
Views: 271
early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw-2

early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw-2

New Tool Day: a beautiful early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw that was owned by Pomona Unified School District, about 20 miles from here. The patina on this thing is awesome, and a little buffing will really bring out the finish.

Date: 02/19/19
Views: 288
early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw-3

early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw-3

New Tool Day: a beautiful early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw that was owned by Pomona Unified School District, about 20 miles from here. The patina on this thing is awesome, and a little buffing will really bring out the finish.

Date: 02/19/19
Views: 289
early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw-4

early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw-4

New Tool Day: a beautiful early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw that was owned by Pomona Unified School District, about 20 miles from here. The patina on this thing is awesome, and a little buffing will really bring out the finish.

Date: 02/19/19
Views: 349
early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw-5

early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw-5

New Tool Day: a beautiful early ‘60s Delta Rockwell Unisaw that was owned by Pomona Unified School District, about 20 miles from here. The patina on this thing is awesome, and a little buffing will really bring out the finish.

Date: 02/19/19
Views: 374
GF book

GF book

I went to G&L Custom Shop and noticed one of George’s books and thought, “That’s great, these guys have to know and appreciate our rich history.” So this is the book where I spent a lot of time working on material with him. ***whoa!!** I just opened i

Date: 02/19/19
Views: 415
Note from GF to David

Note from GF to David

I went to G&L Custom Shop and noticed one of George’s books and thought, “That’s great, these guys have to know and appreciate our rich history.” So this is the book where I spent a lot of time working on material with him. ***whoa!!** I just opened i

Date: 02/19/19
Views: 339
The sword and the booty

The sword and the booty

The sword and the booty

Date: 02/20/19
Views: 336
1982 S-500 in Clear Blue

1982 S-500 in Clear Blue

Taking our 1982 S-500 for a drive. This is the original formula S-500, Leo’s first evolution of his 3-single-coil platform since, well, you know.

Date: 02/20/19
Views: 308
Goodbye, everybody, I’ve got to go...to my friend Robert Poss

Goodbye, everybody, I’ve got to go...to my friend Robert Poss

Goodbye, everybody, I’ve got to go...to my friend Robert Poss

Date: 02/21/19
Views: 440
CLF-75B1 styling model-1

CLF-75B1 styling model-1

Taking it back to late 1974 into early 1975 with the CLF-75B1 styling model. At this point, the headstock style was at least roughly settled on, there would be active electronics and three knobs, and the bridge plate shape was pretty close. George kept wo

Date: 02/21/19
Views: 357
CLF-75B1 styling model-2

CLF-75B1 styling model-2

Date: 02/21/19
Views: 285
CLF-75B1 styling model-3

CLF-75B1 styling model-3

Date: 02/21/19
Views: 310
CLF-75B1 styling model-4

CLF-75B1 styling model-4

Date: 02/21/19
Views: 317
CLF-75B1 styling model-5

CLF-75B1 styling model-5

Date: 02/21/19
Views: 397
CLF-75B1 styling model-6

CLF-75B1 styling model-6

Date: 02/21/19
Views: 294
CLF-75B1 styling model-7

CLF-75B1 styling model-7

Date: 02/21/19
Views: 303
CLF-75B1 styling model-8

CLF-75B1 styling model-8

Taking it back to late 1974 into early 1975 with the CLF-75B1 styling model. At this point, the headstock style was at least roughly settled on, there would be active electronics and three knobs, and the bridge plate shape was pretty close. George kept wo

Date: 02/21/19
Views: 440
Johnny completed his pc board standoff-1

Johnny completed his pc board standoff-1

Johnny completed his pc board standoff and established its position inside Leo’s original 1969 cavity. Johnny routed out the back side of the body so he can see exactly where he wants the preamp positioned. That’s my brother, making it happen! I’m sure Le

Date: 02/22/19
Views: 333
Johnny completed his pc board standoff-2

Johnny completed his pc board standoff-2

Date: 02/22/19
Views: 435
Johnny completed his pc board standoff-3

Johnny completed his pc board standoff-3

Date: 02/22/19
Views: 297
Johnny completed his pc board standoff-4

Johnny completed his pc board standoff-4

Johnny completed his pc board standoff and established its position inside Leo’s original 1969 cavity. Johnny routed out the back side of the body so he can see exactly where he wants the preamp positioned. That’s my brother, making it happen! I’m sure Le

Date: 02/22/19
Views: 419
Period Correct

Period Correct

Period Correct

Date: 02/23/19
Views: 315
Can’t get enough of this

Can’t get enough of this

Can’t get enough of this

Date: 02/25/19
Views: 305
got a new batch of CLF battery plates stamped out

got a new batch of CLF battery plates stamped out

Johnny got a new batch of CLF battery plates stamped out and they’re beautiful. I saw this box and had to take a moment to admire them before they go to Vince for plating.

Date: 02/25/19
Views: 314
 love goooold! <- who said it?

love goooold! <- who said it?

I love goooold! <- who said it?

Date: 02/26/19
Views: 290
Don Randall and Dale Hyatt

Don Randall and Dale Hyatt

Don Randall and Dale Hyatt (I believe) flying high in the golden days of Fender Sales, Inc.

Date: 02/26/19
Views: 362
This Tribute Series LB-100 in the lounge is killer

This Tribute Series LB-100 in the lounge is killer

This Tribute Series LB-100 in the lounge is killer. Sure, the detail isn’t the same as a full Made in Fullerton bass, but never mind that. Plug this in, feel that sweet neck, hear that classic Alnico tone beefed up by that Saddle Lock bridge. Better than

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 281
design he has for perfectly positioning the Espada preamp standoff to the control plate-1

design he has for perfectly positioning the Espada preamp standoff to the control plate-1

9:40PM last night: Johnny texts me sketches of a design he has for perfectly positioning the Espada preamp standoff to the control plate. Johnny is 24/7. I heard the fixture or jig thing he is making will be slick and Leo-like. Whatever that means, I can’

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 337
design he has for perfectly positioning the Espada preamp standoff to the control plate-2

design he has for perfectly positioning the Espada preamp standoff to the control plate-2

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 294
developing his Espada preamp mounting fixture in like one day-1

developing his Espada preamp mounting fixture in like one day-1

Johnny went from sketches to developing his Espada preamp mounting fixture in like one day. There’s more to it he’s working on today but man, this thing sure looks nice in flame maple.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 296
developing his Espada preamp mounting fixture in like one day-2

developing his Espada preamp mounting fixture in like one day-2

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 301
I complained about stocking my bathroom and this is what I get

I complained about stocking my bathroom and this is what I get

I complained about stocking my bathroom and this is what I get.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 275
Leo’s CTS binder with stuff going up to the ‘80s-1

Leo’s CTS binder with stuff going up to the ‘80s-1

Leo’s CTS binder with stuff going up to the ‘80s.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 302
Leo’s CTS binder with stuff going up to the ‘80s-2

Leo’s CTS binder with stuff going up to the ‘80s-2

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 321
Leo’s CTS binder with stuff going up to the ‘80s-3

Leo’s CTS binder with stuff going up to the ‘80s-3

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 310
Leo’s CTS binder with stuff going up to the ‘80s-4

Leo’s CTS binder with stuff going up to the ‘80s-4

Leo’s CTS binder with stuff going up to the ‘80s.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 625
A quiet moment in the lab-1

A quiet moment in the lab-1

A quiet moment in the lab.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 414
A quiet moment in the lab-2

A quiet moment in the lab-2

A quiet moment in the lab.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 575
A quiet moment in the lab-3

A quiet moment in the lab-3

A quiet moment in the lab.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 464
A quiet moment in the lab-1

A quiet moment in the lab-1

A quiet moment in the lab.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 509
A quiet moment in the lab-2

A quiet moment in the lab-2

A quiet moment in the lab.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 378
A quiet moment in the lab-3

A quiet moment in the lab-3

A quiet moment in the lab.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 396
The natural

The natural

The natural

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 381
Project El Toro ready for some fun tonight

Project El Toro ready for some fun tonight

Project El Toro ready for some fun tonight

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 385
Project Fake Broadcaster out for a warmup this morning

Project Fake Broadcaster out for a warmup this morning

Project Fake Broadcaster out for a warmup this morning.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 340
Project Fake Broadcaster out for a warmup this morning

Project Fake Broadcaster out for a warmup this morning

Project Fake Broadcaster out for a warmup this morning.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 312
Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber-1

Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber-1

Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 392
Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber-2

Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber-2

Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 326
Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber-3

Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber-3

Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 366
Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber-4

Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber-4

Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 305
Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber-5

Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber-5

Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 326
Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber-6

Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber-6

Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 Eyelet Press in use on an Espada pickup fiber.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 325
Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier-1

Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier-1

Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier. This process looked the same with Alnico pickups going way back to Leo’s pickups of the 1950s.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 295
Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier-2

Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier-2

Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier. This process looked the same with Alnico pickups going way back to Leo’s pickups of the 1950s.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 361
Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier-3

Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier-3

Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier. This process looked the same with Alnico pickups going way back to Leo’s pickups of the 1950s.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 300
Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier-4;jpg

Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier-4;jpg

Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier. This process looked the same with Alnico pickups going way back to Leo’s pickups of the 1950s.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 333
Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier-5

Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier-5

Norma is pressing the MFD pole piece bushings into the Espada fibers she prepared earlier. This process looked the same with Alnico pickups going way back to Leo’s pickups of the 1950s.

Date: 03/05/19
Views: 439
August ‘74: hangin’ out with Leo Fender

August ‘74: hangin’ out with Leo Fender

August ‘74: hangin’ out with Leo Fender

Date: 03/07/19
Views: 325
Hangin’ with Leo and his white Cadillac around 1973

Hangin’ with Leo and his white Cadillac around 1973

Hangin’ with Leo and his white Cadillac around 1973. Doc Kauffman on the right and the guy in the middle... I want to say his name is Robbie. [edit: thanks to Terry Foster for identifying Robby Lawrence.]

Date: 03/07/19
Views: 310
38 years old

38 years old

38 years old

Date: 03/07/19
Views: 334
Also 38 years old

Also 38 years old

Also 38 years old

Date: 03/07/19
Views: 285
CLF timewarp

CLF timewarp

CLF timewarp

Date: 03/08/19
Views: 306
My bro Johnny with Vince of California Electroplating

My bro Johnny with Vince of California Electroplating

My bro Johnny with Vince of California Electroplating. Vince has done work for Leo and us since the ‘80s, and Johnny calls him the Tiffanys of plating. The parts always look so rich and luxurious.

Date: 03/08/19
Views: 332
Vince unwraps a freshly chromed CLF battery plate-1

Vince unwraps a freshly chromed CLF battery plate-1

Vince unwraps a freshly chromed CLF battery plate and it’s like jewelry. Johnny’s not kidding, Vince really is like Tiffany’s. I love seeing Vince’s reflection in the plate. That’s the passion right there.

Date: 03/08/19
Views: 339
Vince unwraps a freshly chromed CLF battery plate-2

Vince unwraps a freshly chromed CLF battery plate-2

Vince unwraps a freshly chromed CLF battery plate and it’s like jewelry. Johnny’s not kidding, Vince really is like Tiffany’s. I love seeing Vince’s reflection in the plate. That’s the passion right there.

Date: 03/08/19
Views: 291
Vince brought some beautifully chromed production Espada control plates-1

Vince brought some beautifully chromed production Espada control plates-1

Vince brought some beautifully chromed production Espada control plates. We’re getting very close now...

Date: 03/08/19
Views: 310
Vince brought some beautifully chromed production Espada control plates-2

Vince brought some beautifully chromed production Espada control plates-2

Vince brought some beautifully chromed production Espada control plates. We’re getting very close now...

Date: 03/08/19
Views: 324
Vince brought some beautifully chromed production Espada control plates.=3

Vince brought some beautifully chromed production Espada control plates.=3

Vince brought some beautifully chromed production Espada control plates. We’re getting very close now...

Date: 03/08/19
Views: 303
Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-1

Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-1

Our friend Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000 that he’s owned since new. Well loved yet in unbelievably clean condition, this bass is magical.

Date: 03/11/19
Views: 296
Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-2

Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-2

Our friend Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000 that he’s owned since new. Well loved yet in unbelievably clean condition, this bass is magical.

Date: 03/11/19
Views: 277
Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-3

Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-3

Our friend Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000 that he’s owned since new. Well loved yet in unbelievably clean condition, this bass is magical.

Date: 03/11/19
Views: 287
Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-4

Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-4

Our friend Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000 that he’s owned since new. Well loved yet in unbelievably clean condition, this bass is magical.

Date: 03/11/19
Views: 379
Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-5

Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-5

Our friend Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000 that he’s owned since new. Well loved yet in unbelievably clean condition, this bass is magical.

Date: 03/11/19
Views: 320
Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-6

Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-6

Our friend Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000 that he’s owned since new. Well loved yet in unbelievably clean condition, this bass is magical.

Date: 03/11/19
Views: 357
Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-7

Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-7

Our friend Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000 that he’s owned since new. Well loved yet in unbelievably clean condition, this bass is magical.

Date: 03/11/19
Views: 288
Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-8

Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-8

Our friend Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000 that he’s owned since new. Well loved yet in unbelievably clean condition, this bass is magical.

Date: 03/11/19
Views: 288
Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-9

Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000-9

Our friend Blake Hunter’s 1980 L-1000 that he’s owned since new. Well loved yet in unbelievably clean condition, this bass is magical.

Date: 03/11/19
Views: 354
One of Leo’s briefcases

One of Leo’s briefcases

One of Leo’s briefcases.

Date: 03/17/19
Views: 284
Idea formation in the mind of Leo Fender

Idea formation in the mind of Leo Fender

Idea formation in the mind of Leo Fender.

Date: 03/17/19
Views: 290
Sammy Hagar pick-1

Sammy Hagar pick-1

In a moment desperate for a pick, I found this at the back of my desk drawer. No idea how it got there, but thanks, Sammy!

Date: 03/17/19
Views: 301
Sammy Hagar pick-2

Sammy Hagar pick-2

In a moment desperate for a pick, I found this at the back of my desk drawer. No idea how it got there, but thanks, Sammy!

Date: 03/17/19
Views: 312
doubling the number of can lights in Leo’s Lounge-1

doubling the number of can lights in Leo’s Lounge-1

Today a crew is doubling the number of can lights in Leo’s Lounge. We achieved this beautiful light just like I wanted, but I just need more of that golden photon mojo.

Date: 03/17/19
Views: 288
doubling the number of can lights in Leo’s Lounge-2

doubling the number of can lights in Leo’s Lounge-2

Today a crew is doubling the number of can lights in Leo’s Lounge. We achieved this beautiful light just like I wanted, but I just need more of that golden photon mojo.

Date: 03/17/19
Views: 303
doubling the number of can lights in Leo’s Lounge-3

doubling the number of can lights in Leo’s Lounge-3

Today a crew is doubling the number of can lights in Leo’s Lounge. We achieved this beautiful light just like I wanted, but I just need more of that golden photon mojo.

Date: 03/17/19
Views: 304
Another look at Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 eyelet press-1

Another look at Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 eyelet press-1

Another look at Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 eyelet press. I love manufacturer tags on old tools and machines.

Date: 03/17/19
Views: 280
Another look at Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 eyelet press-2

Another look at Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 eyelet press-2

Another look at Leo’s 1967 Stimpson 489 eyelet press. I love manufacturer tags on old tools and machines.

Date: 03/17/19
Views: 275
basses in final assembly

basses in final assembly

Apparently Monday morning will be all about basses in final assembly. Mmmm.....I want me some of that!!!

Date: 03/17/19
Views: 277
1986 plaque from NAMM to my dad

1986 plaque from NAMM to my dad

I was up in a loft and found this 1986 plaque from NAMM to my dad. At first I put it back down, then I turned back and brought it downstairs. I cleaned it up and will hang it in the lounge. Dad won’t see this, can’t figure out Facebook. But I do hope he s

Date: 03/18/19
Views: 343
Kickin’ it in Leo’s Lounge

Kickin’ it in Leo’s Lounge

Kickin’ it in Leo’s Lounge.

Date: 03/19/19
Views: 296
Timeless elegance

Timeless elegance

Timeless elegance

Date: 03/19/19
Views: 307
Getting closer...

Getting closer...

Getting closer....

Date: 03/19/19
Views: 319
Random shot of the bridge in Johnny’s old Mustang

Random shot of the bridge in Johnny’s old Mustang

Random shot of the bridge in Johnny’s old Mustang

Date: 03/19/19
Views: 323
Taking this ‘91 ASAT Signature out for a ride.-1

Taking this ‘91 ASAT Signature out for a ride.-1

Taking this ‘91 ASAT Signature out for a ride.

Date: 03/20/19
Views: 293
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