When Hugo acquired the Congress it was in pretty poor condition, as can be seen from the photo below. Its previous owned had attempted to fit two body-mounted pickups, plus rotary controls.
The picture below shows the patching of the body top, prior to the "crackle-finish" used to camouflage the repair work.
" The sound quality is crisp and clear with no buzzing.
In fact I am very pleased with the outcome. This guitar now hangs on the wall in
my home, along with many more guitars and instruments. It shows what can be done
with a bit of time and patience - just when you think that there is no hope!
"