Hi all, new guy here. 
So I've been on a bit of a build kick lately. I've built a couple of Fender Strats and I really enjoy the process of tracking down (period or artist correct parts, etc...) and assembling.
I had the idea to try to assemble a Holdsworth Charvel model, like the white or red one from the early 80s. As I contemplate this build in my head I realize I know nothing about Charvels from that period. Okay, a challenge right off! I've been reading everything I can find on the web but a few questions, please.
1) While the body looks to be very similar to a Fender Strat is there a difference in the Charvel version? Would Allan's model be a particular model - like San Dimas or So Cal. As I source out as correct a body as I can what am I looking for? Does Warmoth or Mighty Mite offer a good option?
1b) I think I read that the red was basswood and the white was an exotic wood?
1c) There is a user on here @Rdodson I believe that did in fact build a very nice version - he mentioned the body as being "template 28" - what does that mean?
2) I've see some specs on the neck he used. Again - do any companies offer a similarly spec'ed neck?
I think the above could get me started in the right direction. Most of the other parts can be sourced on Reverb or ebay.
Thanks for any responses, links and any suggestions.
Daf
So I've been on a bit of a build kick lately. I've built a couple of Fender Strats and I really enjoy the process of tracking down (period or artist correct parts, etc...) and assembling.
I had the idea to try to assemble a Holdsworth Charvel model, like the white or red one from the early 80s. As I contemplate this build in my head I realize I know nothing about Charvels from that period. Okay, a challenge right off!
I've been reading everything I can find on the web but a few questions, please.1) While the body looks to be very similar to a Fender Strat is there a difference in the Charvel version? Would Allan's model be a particular model - like San Dimas or So Cal. As I source out as correct a body as I can what am I looking for? Does Warmoth or Mighty Mite offer a good option?
1b) I think I read that the red was basswood and the white was an exotic wood?
1c) There is a user on here @Rdodson I believe that did in fact build a very nice version - he mentioned the body as being "template 28" - what does that mean?
2) I've see some specs on the neck he used. Again - do any companies offer a similarly spec'ed neck?
I think the above could get me started in the right direction. Most of the other parts can be sourced on Reverb or ebay.
Thanks for any responses, links and any suggestions.
Daf
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