GoatMan8,
Like you I am new to this forum...However, while the others unquestionably have more knowledge than I do, thought I would chime in...First, I am also in Detroit. If you want a second opinion, send me a private message and I will give you the name of a local luthier. However, I agree with wileypickett that it may behoove you to send to Tom Jacobs in FLA. I do not know how to reach him, but it seems like everyone else on the forum does...Second, a few have indicated the "for sale" price on Reverb. However, the sold price from Reverb may be a better barometer. When I checked, looks like 5 have sold in the last few years, with an average price of around $750. This seems light to me, but, again, others on this forum would know better. If it were my guitar, I certainly would spend the money (within reason), to have the necessary work done, as it looks to be in good shape...Good Luck...
Like you I am new to this forum...However, while the others unquestionably have more knowledge than I do, thought I would chime in...First, I am also in Detroit. If you want a second opinion, send me a private message and I will give you the name of a local luthier. However, I agree with wileypickett that it may behoove you to send to Tom Jacobs in FLA. I do not know how to reach him, but it seems like everyone else on the forum does...Second, a few have indicated the "for sale" price on Reverb. However, the sold price from Reverb may be a better barometer. When I checked, looks like 5 have sold in the last few years, with an average price of around $750. This seems light to me, but, again, others on this forum would know better. If it were my guitar, I certainly would spend the money (within reason), to have the necessary work done, as it looks to be in good shape...Good Luck...