Etched a Jaguar control plate

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Etched a Jaguar control plate

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I was etching a pedal enclosure today and decided to try a Jaguar control plate with a LP toggle. I didn't know how it'd do so I didn't bother to gussy up the pic that pixelated a bit. I am pretty pleased.

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Post by andrewdoeshair »

That's rad. can I get one with "Rhythm" and "Treble" on each edge? :)
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That's a good idea. I can do that.
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Kick ass. How did you do it?
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I trimmed down a scrap of aluminum with the shear at the shop, rounded the edges to fit on my belt sander, and acid etched the F.
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Looks pretty ace.
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Post by holyCATS1415 »

That looks great, nice work!
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Post by BillClay »

That's actually really fucking boss. Great job.
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Post by paul_ »

Looks awesome, can see it doing justice to a Jag as I type.
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Post by h8mtv »

Thanks guys, I am going to have to chop out a few more. :D
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Very nice!

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Post by Mike »

How much would you charge for that? Colour me interested.
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Post by mkt3000 »

Now I want a Jag.

So I can put this control plate on it.
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Post by h8mtv »

I can't imagine more than $25, probably less.