How different is the tone between 1st run Lemmy and 2nd run?

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It would be very cool to be sitting so close to so many potential 4003s... :shock: 8)
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CJ, if you search or go to the Confluence section and look for the RIC 75th threads, you will find a lot of pics from the factory tour we all got to go on.
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Oh, I've seen the pics. :D 8)

But that just ain't quite the same as being there...
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cjj wrote:Oh, I've seen the pics. :D 8)

But that just ain't quite the same as being there...
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We need more Lemmy input/stories/updates/pics from current, past, or wanna-be owners. :lol:

Here's anothe recent Lemmy thread that has additional info. :wink:

viewtopic.php?f=68&t=398774
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Since you asked.....I'm always happy to pic whore a little! Here are some pics that show a little more of the detail work. Mine is a little more "rustic" looking than some of the later carving examples. I love seeing the tool markings and tiny details (lots-o-character to be found).....my favorite is the cup looking empty acorn shell just above the bridge p/u. Just a cool little thing IMO.

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Another example of the "tight" p/u spacing version....
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The two p/u NAMM LK.......
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Here's mine, number 26.

You can really see the difference in the carvings between mine and Brian's.

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Brian & Gareth, thanks for posting pics of your Lemmys. It's interesting how different the carvings are. Both are beautiful! You're very fortunate to have these.

That two-pickup Lemmy is interesting. I didn't know it even existed.

So, do either one of you have that special edition Lemmy Marshall head with the 4-15" & 4-12" bottoms?! :shock:

I wonder if there are any more forum members that have Lemmys, that would be willing to post and discuss them with us?

Lemmy On! :lol:
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The grain on Brian's is outstanding, especially on the lower horn.
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Very cool. Thanks for posting.

The one pic seems to have an added acorn. :lol:
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ken_j wrote:The grain on Brian's is outstanding, especially on the lower horn.
+1! That it is.
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Just found this video from MARF 2007. Brian had flatwounds on it here. VERY thumpy! I loved it. :D

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Great shot of me giving way to the 'Dog and Biscuit (you guys need to form a band and use that name!). Nicely done!
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Here's the LK fired up the other way.......

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