And this, ladies and gents, is a Western Red Cedar top. Notice the inlay around the soundhole. That is approximately 55 walnut tiles making it match perfectly with the walnut back and sides of the guitar. Now, believe it or not, by far my most difficult decision with this entire project was the selection of a pick-guard. The three we see in front of us were all immediately rejected. The thought entered my mind to go with a big, gaudy, Elvis Presley style pickguard, but then I considered that I already have a Gibson super deluxe J-200, so when I finally decided not to go with the flash, we were down to two choices. A clear mylar pick guard which is hardly visible at all and no pick guard at all. No pick guard at all is a serious option, but what if someone other than me is playing this guitar. I love other players to play my guitars because I find no greater pleasure than to listen to another musician interperet the various tones and capabilities of my instruments. Especially a fine instrument such as Gerry is about to create. So--I opted for the clear mylar pick guard. Stay tuned to this Blog and see how the hunks of wood that we have viewed thus far, will turn into one of the most beautiful musical instruments ever created. Zakk Wylde--I love your Fiddle of Doom, but once you see A Guitar Called Jack, a tear will come to your eye.
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