Our Aging & Finishes
Aging:
Our Aging Processes are derived from analyzing real vintage parts, practical recreation, and years of unique experimentation. We've crafted our newest Aging Techniques based on the principle of "Practical Aging". Focusing on recreating the details in the same way as they would have happened naturally. Specifically designed to pair perfectly with Reissue Guitars or Vintage Replacements!
Finishes:
VOS (Vintage Old Stock) - Our VOS finish represents the wish we all have to find original parts in mint condition. VOS is non-aged but it is carefully hand finished to achieve a true vintage appearance, as well as raising the finish quality.
Plastics & Hardware are all individually processed & hand buffed creating a proper vintage sheen. VOS will naturally look like an older part without the typical dings, dirt, or patina of an Aged item.
The difference is bigger than you might think! VOS Hardware Video - VOS Plastics Video
VOS should be considered in the same sense as buying genuine vintage parts, each piece is unique and not sold as "brand new". Some light scuffs and/or minor marks can be expected naturally as any protective plastic or packaging has been removed prior to hand finishing.
Aged: Naturally Aged Finish / Light - Medium Aging based on the wear found on original instruments, no detail is added simply for the effect of making an item look distressed, we base our Aged products off of real vintage parts.
Custom: Made exclusively for you with the option to make custom requests regarding the finish (no modifications to pickup routing or part style).
Includes Hand Signed Certificate of Authenicity
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