James started using two ESP-made Flying Vs in 1996, designed and built by Matt Masciandaro. One of the guitars had red flames, while the other one had green – but except for that the two guitars were identical to each other.
Both of the guitars have mahogany bodies and maple necks with rosewood fingerboards. The pickups are the same as on all of James’ guitars – EMG 81/60, and Sperzel Locking Tuners were used as well.
James used these guitars mostly just during the “Load” era, although he still picks them up occasionally for live gigs.
I’m pretty sure that this guitar is now owned by Robb Flynn after his gear was stolen