I got a Calton case for my Starfire. It's a beautiful purple, but I keep wondering if they could have done paisley!
 
Edwin

I have two Caltons, one for my Further and one for my D-28.  I believe they do a metallic flek thingy.  As for paisley (or more likely tie-dye) I imagine they'd do it for a price, but the price would be HUGE and I'll bet the wait is forever.  Absolutely the best cases out there that I've seen yet.  Excellent protection for flying, but the same size and not much heavier that a standard hardshell case.  And the form-fitting interior is a thing of beauty.  Especially the headstock support in my Further case.  A LOT of $ but well worth it, IMHO.  Now to shove this thread back on track, I will be bringing my Further, in it's Calton case, to the Gathering on Saturday.
 
Bill, tgo

MUNCHIES REPORT
 
I ordered a Fruit & Cheese Plattter and a mini Croissant Sandwich Platter for Saturday.  It would be nice if some people could bring along some liquid refreshments like water, soda (I'm a diet coke guy hint hint), juice, beer (many of us are over 21!) or whatever.  
 
Bill, tgo

Just to move the Calton thing along, you should my Starfire case. The interior is WAY  more plush than any I have ever seen. They're all good, but this is like being seriously ensconced in velvet! That said, it is bigger and heavier than almost any case that isn't a full on Anvil flight case. One of these years if my road work keeps up I'll be getting one for my Series I, but they just raised the prices by 30%. $1k.
 
Edwin  
 
PS How about a post Gathering gathering at the Connecticut Yankee on the 27th or 28th? Can you tell I really wish I could make it this weekend? My Series I is due to arrive tomorrow!

But you can't drink a Calton Case, so I'm steering this thread back on track.  Anyone who's coming, bring what you'd like to drink and maybe a little extra for everyone else.  I also think I may bring a sixer of my favorite beer, at last to show our honored guest from Belgium that America has some good beers - it all ain't Bud!
 
Bill, tgo

I'm going to try and bring some beer - only problem is where to buy it? I'm coming from the east - I guess I can try and stop somewhere on the way. Or maybe I'll break down and buy a cooler...

To all those attending, have a great time!  
Play it Healthy!
Art (in NC)

Bill,
 
I thought you were bringing the bud?
 
Bradley

Bradley:
 
Touche!
 
Bill, tgo

I've had a request that no dogs be brought out to the ranch.  See y'all tomorrow!
 
Bill, tgo

Guys and Gals
This was awesome!
We even got that shady and mysterious Unicorn out of the woods to listen!

Mighty cool!
People loving music, people and all living things!
Thank you all!
 
Paul the bad one

I just got back myself (11:00 PM). Got to see some old friends from last year, and meet some new people too! Got to play my double-neck and a sweet Series II that Mica brought and even some drums. Pics to come, hopefully tomorrow - I'm too exhausted right now.  
 
Oh, and Paul - nice to meet you and nice shot of the unicorn!!!
 
QUESTION - would anyone object to starting a new thread for the aftermath? This one's already really long and basically planning stuff...
 
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