(x) Wood Positioning

[mica]

The first kokopelli is getting close to completion:

 Important - this is the back of the inlay, so things like the black mother of pearl will look better from the other side.    James wore the appropriate shirt for inspiration:

   Enjoy!

[bassjigga]

Cool inlay

[jtussing]

What a beautiful guitar.  I can't wait to see the inlays in place.  Wow.

[guitarbeau]

Thanks guys. And James, Thank You!!! That t-shirt is perfect inspiration. Mica the pics are great. You're the best.

[mica]

The other koko (backside of course!):

 I know it's hard to only see the back, but the front has even more glue obscuring the shell, so it's harder to see anything. James left these in little baggies, and I dare not risk removing them for fear of losing a tiny piece.   Here's the notes:

[guitarbeau]

Mica,
 
Thanks for the pics. Everything looks great and I'm really excited.
 
Michael

[mica]

The notes are in the fingerboard:

 

  First koko is going in the board in a day or two.

[guitarbeau]

Mica, I'm blown away!!! The inlay is absolutely fantastic. I can't wait to see the Kokos in place.

[mica]

Kokos are in place:  

 

[mica]

Here's the whole thing:

[jtussing]

Absolutely stunning.  What an amazing instrument.  Words just don't work.  Wow.
 
- Jim

[guitarbeau]

Thanks Jim. You're right, words just don't work.

[paulman]

Yes, only music will suffice to give honor to this great, great peice of working art!

[mica]

Body inlay in place, prepped for the next coat of finish:

I'll get you another one soon before sanding.

[guitarbeau]

Thanks Mica. I can't wait to see the far shot. Everything looks great.