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Once it has been ambered, distressed, and assembled, I'll make a decision on fading. I really like the cherry, but a little fading might be in order. We'll see!
Thanks, gents. The burst color is modeled on a real '58 (8 5418; my guitar is actually an R8) as well as several other Les Paul tops that I like. It'll be somewhat darker in the reds than 8 5418, which is what I wanted. As of right now, I am leaning toward no additional fading.
I must say, they absolutely nailed the color scheme I was looking for.