srvwannab Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 For some reason the cherry with the white pichguard Explorer just isn't doing it for me. I know it doesn't make any sense- but what color would you go?? Assuming the guard is gone and the holes filled... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixesandsevens Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 Silver sparkle. Orange sparkle as a close second. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srvwannab Posted September 2, 2017 Author Share Posted September 2, 2017 3 minutes ago, sixesandsevens said: Silver sparkle. Orange sparkle as a close second. My fav Fender Custom Color is Firemist Silver Metallic- I wonder how that would look on an Explorer... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Navigator Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 How about Crown Royale Purple? http://mjtagedfinishes.com/colorgallery_crownroyalpurple.html The second version's perspective makes it look lighter, almost blue. I have a 70's Ibanez Destroyer that someone painted a blue to purple burst. It's totally worn at this point and I really dig the look of it. Anyway, purple can be cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crunchee Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 I would hate to cover the wood grain, myself...especially since it's mahogany. Have you thought of changing the pickguard from white to black? The color shift on that alone might make a noticeable difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobB Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 ^^^^^ Was just going to suggest this. Black pickguard would look sharp. With the cost of a refin, to/from shipping you're more than halfway to the cost of buying a used one in a color you like. Explorers don't come in many colors (natural/black/white/cherry), but there have been a few limited color runs. I recall a silver sparkle with mirror pickguard that was pretty cool. That said, if you really like the guitar and don't care about resale, go for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Haynie Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Opaque red. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srvwannab Posted September 3, 2017 Author Share Posted September 3, 2017 I have officially gone down the rabbit hole of Stike's gallery! Wow! That dude sprays some serious paint. I'm afraid I'm in too deep with this idea. So many colors!!! http://www.rowycokustoms.com/RK_about.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveL Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Gold metal flake or possibly light blue metal flake. But it would have to be a pretty solid axe. Nice neck, action, stays in tune. Would keep the guard but that's just me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srvwannab Posted September 3, 2017 Author Share Posted September 3, 2017 1 hour ago, RobB said: ^^^^^ Was just going to suggest this. Black pickguard would look sharp. With the cost of a refin, to/from shipping you're more than halfway to the cost of buying a used one in a color you like. Explorers don't come in many colors (natural/black/white/cherry), but there have been a few limited color runs. I recall a silver sparkle with mirror pickguard that was pretty cool. That said, if you really like the guitar and don't care about resale, go for it. Rob- you are exactly right. In the gear world I'd rather buy somebody else's vanity project than fund my own. I picked up the Explorer locally for $750- and l like the guitar. I just don't love the color, so I'm thinking... what if...? But, yes- you are very correct in that the math doesn't work very well on these kind of things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brooks Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamerhead Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Get a wrap. When you're tired of it, peel it off and go again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hamerhead Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Or - the color of your favorite car. Plum Crazy would set it off. Calypso Coral with some flake would, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srvwannab Posted September 3, 2017 Author Share Posted September 3, 2017 16 minutes ago, hamerhead said: Get a wrap. When you're tired of it, peel it off and go again. Are we talking about the guitar or the pelt that is glued to Ace's chest? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottcald Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Whomever you send it to, just tell them what you don't like and give broad parameters. Let them create something great for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srvwannab Posted September 3, 2017 Author Share Posted September 3, 2017 6 minutes ago, scottcald said: Whomever you send it to, just tell them what you don't like and give broad parameters. Let them create something great for you. Thank you for the great advice. In my experience- that is exactly when artists to their best work. Thanks for reminding me of that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scottcald Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Sure, glad to be of some help. I've never had anything repainted, but love seeing what these guys can do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jakeboy Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 Capri Orange. Surf Green Daphne Blue yes, all Fender colors but all badass. Now you have me thinking about getting my Peavey Firenza sprayed solid since I made a mistake when I installed some vintage Firebird pups... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biz Prof Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 7 hours ago, srvwannab said: Are we talking about the guitar or the pelt that is glued to Ace's chest? That's actually Paul, but I like the humor. 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biz Prof Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 How about a black pearloid guard? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BubbaVO Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 That burst that ended up on JeffR's jr would look pretty cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubs_42 Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 If you want to go glam, Stike that Bitch! I'd put a black guard on it and have him shoot it that killer Siverflake he did on that Firebird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
black magic Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 I love trans cherry mahogany, so I say black pickguard. It would bother me to cover up mahogany. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zorrow Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 +1 for the black pickguard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gorch Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 13 minutes ago, zorrow said: +1 for the black pickguard. It kind of would look like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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