Body shape copyright

[saved]

Hi,i allways was building basses for personal use.
So i could do whatever i want and like.
Now,i am asking to build a bass to sell,with a body shape from an other famous bass guitar.
I am not looking for trouble,so i have to see what is better for me to do.
If i do this,exactly the same body shape,is there any chance to have problems with the law?
I am not talking for headstock.
Just for a bolt on body

 

[bholder]

Depends on who it is you're copying - Fender and Gibson are probably safe enough, but Rickenbacker in particular has been known to go after copiers.

 

[saved]

I think its better to tell the guy,go and find other luthier to do this,or buy the original one.
I am happy without troubles in my life

 

[Marikk]

It also depends where you live and what your laws are like there.

 

[Bassbeater]

Cash only, don't put your logo on it. Make it unofficial.