Maggior: thanks for the heads up. I'm fairly certain that all LPJ's have a thicker neck, not the 60's slim taper that I'm used to. But I do have fairly big hands so maybe I'll like it. But not if the wood is rough at all!
I have a Fender Strat as well, and its fretboard is so smooth. Feels like butter when I bend the strings.
But either way, I'm going to get a Gibson for its chunky sound and its looks, but I'll make sure to get whatever model has the smoothest fret board.
I'll let you guys know what I get and how it works out for me!
~Rusty