koalohapaul
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I finally finished up a custom for a friend in Japan. We're headed there next week, so I'll be able to hand deliver the ukulele. The idea behind this instrument was to tie Hawaii and Japan together. My friend is a Hawaii boy, but currently lives and works in Japan. He still jams and teaches classes on his off time. A really great guy and I hope he likes the uke.
Oops. I almost forgot to include the specs.
Curly koa body
Mahogany neck with double tulipwood and ebony head plate (It's hard to see with my iPhone pictures)
The inlay is the view of Leahi, as seen through Japanese shoji doors
Ebony binding
I decided to go with a satin finish, although most of my customs are buffed out high gloss. The overall theme is a subdued elegance, reminiscent of Japanese architecture.
Oops. I almost forgot to include the specs.
Curly koa body
Mahogany neck with double tulipwood and ebony head plate (It's hard to see with my iPhone pictures)
The inlay is the view of Leahi, as seen through Japanese shoji doors
Ebony binding
I decided to go with a satin finish, although most of my customs are buffed out high gloss. The overall theme is a subdued elegance, reminiscent of Japanese architecture.
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