I thought these gorgeous guitars might be appreciated here... This guy does steller work. I played one of the solid body double cut guitars about a year ago.. These things sing!
 
http://www.mykaguitars.com/
 
Colin

Thanks for the link Colin,
 
 Beautiful instruments.
 
kris

For me, you cannot beat craftsmanship, they look(and I guess sound amazing).
My ex father in law was a french polisher and he was very good at his craft.
I am glad that progress has not halted this skill