Basically the same principle as those Steve Vai Ibanezes - the Floral Gem, I think was the name?
At least I'm sure I remember reading that's how they were done in the 90s.
Facking LOVE this build, though. If young Robert Cray had had this to bash those vamps with in Sinners, he'd have walked away with a lot more than just a guitar neck in his hand....
@Dolando, are you building these for sale, or just a one-of? It's a stunning piece. I'd love to see one in a black guard on black body with red and ivory pinstriping...