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It's been awhile, but it was worth the wait: Just a couple of pics of my 1996 4003S. Originally Mapleglo, I bought this at Bass NW in Feb. 2007 for a steal, and with the intentions of a refin. I've always wanted a Rick bass in a clear blue finish that was similar in hue to G&L's Clear Blue finish. It didn't hurt that this bass had some nice grain and a little flame as well. So I sent the bass to Paul W., and here is a sample of his amazing craftsmanship. He's going to do some small touch ups this weekend, and then he's gonna send it back to me early next week. Once I get it home and in my grubby little hands, I'll take some more pics. Paul, thank you so very much, you're the best!!!

That looks awesome!

I can't wait until my 5 string project makes his queue.

What a great refin! (And I don't even like blue!) Congrats Ron and great job Paul! I really envy you folks with S basses...

Very nice. I'm a sucker for light colored see-through finishes.

Blue is one of my favorites, although as time goes by all of the colors are starting to be some favorites.

Very nice indeed. I want another 4003S now.

Can I blame you when the Mrs bashes my teeth in for spending the mortgage money?

Tarrbot wrote:Can I blame you when the Mrs bashes my teeth in for spending the mortgage money?

Sure, but it's always easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission...

Here's a couple of new pics:

It's basically a trans Azureglo. Nice!! I normally don't even comment on finishes but this is just too nice.

Awesome combination. 4003S always for the win.

Lovely! Congratulations, Ron!

Oooooooooweee!!!

That's a real sweet one, Ron...... love it!!

Congrats Ron! That's a super bass!!

Very nice!

That is stunning, just stunning! What a great color!

paul_yan wrote:Lovely! Congratulations, Ron!

+1 Brilliant refinish job on the perfect RIC (4003S).

Blue seems an appropriate color for unobtanium.

Congrats Ron! Very nice color.
Another awesome job by Paul W!