My Sho Bud Steel   started life as a dark green LDG model (double body, single neck, plus pad).  It was one of the later models which featured thin levers and small pedals.  As the first steel I'd ever tried was configured the 'Jimmy Day' way; I set mine up this way too. (And have stuck with it ever since).  I decided to have it up-rated to a Double 10, and contacted Ron Bennett, a reputable steel guitar builder from Liverpool, England, to do the work.  He suggested that I have it converted to a PRO III, and quoted me a very fair price.  All the discussions regarding the conversion were carried out over the 'phone, and I didn't have the opportunity of watching the work progress.  This meant I had to put my full trust in him to do a good job.  And he certainly did do an excellent job.   After carrying out all the necessary mechanical work, Ron finished off the body in a startling, 'Kermit' green lacquer.  I had no idea just what colour to expect; and I didn't get to see the steel until all the work was completed.  I must admit I was somewhat shocked on first seeing the guitar.  However, I soon got to love it; and I would never part with it.