In a long life of guitar acquisition and preferential makers, the D-55 was a much sought after acoustic. I have spent time purchasing numerous Vintage Alvarez Yairi's and a couple of 2000 year models. During my recent buying binge starting in 2018 I was eagerly searching for the D-55. Many listings on Reverb, the best site in my opinion, and the "Natural" and "Sunburst" top abundance. Then along comes a
2007 Honey Burst model in February 2021. I searched the net over and could not find any info on this top color. I wanted to be sure it was legit and the seller had 100% feedback and stated he was a Guild Collector. Having to deal with COVID issues to include economic decline, he offered his Mint '07 for sale on the 'Verb.
I could not believe it. One of my "Holy Grail" wants and there it was. Asking $4000 and finally settling for an offer her could not refuse it was on it's way. I have emailed Guild once and again tonight to find out how many of these were made from the production years of 2005-07. This color, IMHO, is the best looking of the three offerings. Yes natural is classic, Tobacco Burst is bold, but this Honey Burst is a color that Guild should re-think and add to the line.
If any of the forum members here with learned knowledge of this model could provide me some background I would certainly appreciate it. The serial number is TK199013, D-55 Honey Burst. Tacoma, Washington build and she is a site and sound to behold. Some pics below for your reference.
