Days 4, 5 and 6.

It's been a busy few days since the last blog. I blame the silly season. But to much fanfare, provided by yours truly, here are the photos of the progress so far...

Here is 39 with 2 coats of acrylic lacquer over the top of some ColorTone Medium Brown.  I just rubbed the Medium Brown on top of the TimberMate mixed with Medium Brown. Then a day or two later I started on the lacquer. I'm using a brush just to be different. I think the strokes of the brush hairs nicely highlight the wood grain. Another couple of coats of lacquer and the chocolate brown finish shall be, well, finished. Next is the Flash...

Here are 3 coats of Duplicolor Marinello Red spray. There are a few runs under the tape, but I'm sure I'll figure something out when the time comes for the white spray.  Now, it's just a matter of waiting for more cash to get it - like everyone else at this time of year.

Lastly and unfortunately, a low note to finish on.

A broken headstock. I know that no-one touched this (read: mucked around with - ie: kids). The only thing I can think of is the extreme heat we've had lately weakening the glue (Selleys Liquid Nails of all things) and the tension of the strings lead to a catastrophic failure of the bass-side ear (I don't know what else to call it). Looks like I'll be re-designing and repairing the Rego-Plate bass over this holiday period. What will you be doing?

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Red Swan.