I got into guitar making because I couldn't afford a gretsch. This is a recent archtop that incorporates both gretsch and gibson elements. I currently

..... Hi! Very nice work!! Is that top solid and carved?? Looks like great spruce.

No, it's actually a laminated Martin CF-1 top that I got from Dale Unger of American Archtops. He's the overseer of Martins archtop line. The spruce is very nice though and it really does sound good for a laminate. I wish I could carve them all, but when I get a chance at some "real" parts, I feel a need to do something with them. Thanks though, I'm glad you like it.

Your workmanship is AMAZING.