Well I managed to get some better pictures taken today, I have to admit I am not a great photographer but I think they are not bad. I got a great deal on this as although new was stock that was sitting since the release in 2007.
The bodies are apparently selected by the master builder and stamped with their initials, in this case, Jason Smith.
The pick ups are Custom Shop '69s in the neck and middle and a Texas Special Bridge. Initialed by Abigal Yabarra.
The headstock features the builders 'stamp'
I was a little weary of buying just a closet classic and not a relic, but I think each builder adds their own character to every piece so you can possibly see the dings etc. It is hard to capture, they are more dents than actual damage and severe scuffs like a relic.
The big headstock
The colour is actually very nice in person, changing from forest green to almost turquoise depending on the light.
Overall I am very very impressed by it, the standard of fretwork has to be seen and felt to be appreciated. The neck is the nicest I have felt on any guitar. Sadly I have yet to properly plug it in as I am visiting my Mother and have no amp, but later today I will get to give it a blast
