Well I plugged the new G&L Tele Bluesboy into my Bose system yesterday and five hours later I literally had to be dragged away from it. Man this thing felt and played like I had been playing it for years. Now I can finally get he sound I like for live gigs spanning many genres with one axe. It is also lighter than the Strat, a little heavier than the Gibby (which is safely stored now) but all in all very comfortable on the shoulder.

Scott, thanks for the initial post, man you saved me 800 plus as I was ready to pull the trigger on the Fender Tele. Now I have the same look and feel with a combination of pickups that fits my playlist like a glove, and still have some money in the bank! (don't tell mean old Linda :>)

Mac, thanks for the background re: Leo Fender and G&L in general, it was very helpful to me while making my final decision.

Later,