The thin clamshell profile necks on replica builds are praised for their feel, resembling a touring guitarist's rig.

The 5150's headstock features visible plugs from tuner hole adjustments and seams from its banana shape modification, highlighting its DIY nature.

The body shows open grain on the forearm cutaway, suggesting a less refined, factory-quality finish.

The Kramer 84 guitar is essentially the 5150 in structure, differing mainly in its paint job.

The Frankie paint job is noted as more complex than the 5150's, requiring more detailed work.

Despite its iconic status, some users prefer the classic Strat shape of the Frankenstein over the 5150.

Custom Shop relics are expected to be priced over $30k, with no autograph, making them less appealing to some collectors.

EVH products, including the Frankie model at $2k, are considered overpriced by some owners.

The BYOGuitar Eruption humbucker, praised for its unexpectedly good tone, is considered a keeper by some builders despite initial plans to replace it.

The BYOGuitar kit includes a licensed Floyd Rose, which some users consider upgrading due to perceived quality.

The 5150 lacks a neck pickup, which some users find limiting, preferring a fuller tonal range.

BYOGuitar's kits are applauded for their quality, even in standard configurations, with potential for further upgrades to enhance performance.

Building a guitar from a kit can reignite interest in playing, as noted by users inspired by Van Halen's legacy.

The hockey stick headstock is a standout feature, with some users citing it as their favorite aspect, especially in reverse.