Arguing in public is so cool!!
Ok so for suggestions for the OP:
-Charvel pro mod dk24 2pt. NOT the one with the floydrose unless you want that. $1000
-A PRS S2 used is $700-$1000.
SE’s aren’t a terrible option. $5-700
ESP ltd makes some pretty great Instruments. The ec1000 les Paul style is great as well as some of their MH models.
I have an mh-250 that I love. $250-800
The PRS necks on the S2 are a little bit chunky. Not overly so like baseball bat Tele or les Paul necks. The SE’s can be a bit different.
The Charvel is very similar.
ESP necks are thinner and more comfortable for me personally.
Haven’t played a Schecter in a while although I hear geat things.
Speaking of necks, might want to look into a satin or waxed neck. Much smoother and easier play.