McNaught Signature Series Phoenix Rising 2002, Trans Blue

This 2002 McNaught Signature Series Phoenix is a genuinely exciting find. David Thomas McNaught builds every guitar entirely by hand, overseeing each detail personally, which is why these instruments are notoriously hard to come by and command serious respect among collectors and players alike. The "Phoenix Rising" designation refers to McNaught's stunning hand-executed inlay work, a premium touch that turns the top into a genuine art piece. Paired with that Trans Blue finish over a figured top on this build, it's a striking, one-of-a-kind instrument built with the exotic woods and meticulous attention that define McNaught's small-shop reputation. Early, low-production examples like this rarely surface, making it a genuine grail for serious boutique guitar collectors.