Consultation on D55 (RI)

[adorshki]

In my opinion there's no damage to the bridge.

My only concern is, if a long-time humid condition leaving me no way back?

Seam separation (and I'm still skeptical it's that bad) occurs from insufficient humidity (The wood shrunk) so the cure is to bring the wood back to proper humidification. Luthiers routinely do this before making repairs, to be sure the wood dimensions are as close to what they were supposed to be as possible.

For representational purpose, because this is from a much later period, note how much area's covered by the bridge plate, located just under the cross and between the 2 wings of the X-brace. That's why I think the chances of serious damage are small. Also, if it is a crack and was actually cleated as mentioned, then it's had the correct repair for the crack already, one known to have little to no impact on a guitar's "tone".

 

[Itamar4256]

Seam separation (and I'm still skeptical it's that bad) occurs from insufficient humidity (The wood shrunk) so the cure is to bring the wood back to proper humidification. Luthiers routinely do this before making repairs, to be sure the wood dimensions are as close to what they were supposed to be as possible.

For representational purpose, because this is from a much later period, note how much area's covered by the bridge plate, located just under the cross and between the 2 wings of the X-brace. That's why I think the chances of serious damage are small. Also, if it is a crack and was actually cleated as mentioned, then it's had the correct repair for the crack already, one known to have little to no impact on a guitar's "tone".

Thanks for the info, you helped me with that humid stuff.

 

[davidbeinct]

I’m partial to Westerly Guilds but of all the guitars you’ve posted so far that Corona JF30 is the best deal especially if it’s in as good shape as it appears. It’s the best deal by a significant margin.

 

[Itamar4256]

I’m partial to Westerly Guilds but of all the guitars you’ve posted so far that Corona JF30 is the best deal especially if it’s in as good shape as it appears. It’s the best deal by a significant margin.

You're probably right, and that's actually what I wanted from the beginning.

I'm waiting for him to tell me the price of shipping. We'll see.

 

[Br1ck]

What the OP needs to understand is you are getting pricing evaluations and availability from a bunch of Americans who likely do not understand your particular location's challenges. So when someone suggests something is priced too high, it is probable that it is in our market, not yours. We are spoiled rotten with possibilities.

 

[Cougar]

You're right, what a shame that I have a GAS.

You're in good company on this board!

 

[Charlie Bernstein]

If this helps, a D-55 is likely to be the last acoustic guitar you'll ever want. At Reverb.com folks are asking from $2,300 to $4,200.

I don't know what they're getting.

 

[Christopher Cozad]

... a D-55 is likely to be the last acoustic guitar you'll ever want...

Hmm... so, *that's* what I've done wrong all these years...

 

[adorshki]

Thanks for the info, you helped me with that humid stuff.

Wood in guitars absorbs ambient atmospheric humidity until it's "equalized", so it can absorb too much in which case the wood swells and expands, or it can dry out which causes the wood to shrink. Ideal conditions for guitars are relative humidity of 45-55% that'll prevent cracking, typically in the back or top, but in extreme cases the fret ends will begin to protrude past the edge of the fretboard, a sure sign it needs humidification. Depending on conditions and technique can take only a couple of days to even a month.

 

[adorshki]

Hmm... so, *that's* what I've done wrong all these years...

Yeah but think of all the fun you would have missed along the way.

 

[Christopher Cozad]

Yeah but think of all the fun you would have missed along the way.

And I ain't done, yet! Thanks to Charlie, I now know to avoid any D-55s if for awhile.

 

[adorshki]

And I ain't done, yet! Thanks to Charlie, I now know to avoid any D-55s if for awhile.

Or go counter-intuitve and seek out every last one you can find to audition. The ancient ones say true wisdom lies on the path of excess.
On the other hand the Prophet said you can have as many wives as you want but if you try to manage more than 3 you must be nuts.
I'm already there with 3.

 

[Itamar4256]

Hello guys, do you think the Corona JF30 is still good as the Rhode Island one?

 

[Itamar4256]

Hello guys, do you think the Corona JF30 is still good as the Rhode Island one?

Okay I passed that offer which include delivery from Canada, with 3-4 months shipping and this guy don't have Paypal.

No GAS - Be Patient. That's my moto.

 

[Itamar4256]

Guys, the guy with the JF30 returned, told me I’ll get the guitar between one month until two. Also, he accepted using PayPal. Total 1005$.

 

[davenumber2]

Guys, the guy with the JF30 returned, told me I’ll get the guitar between one month until two. Also, he accepted using PayPal. Total 1005$.

Why would it take 1-2 months?

 

[adorshki]

Hello guys, do you think the Corona JF30 is still good as the Rhode Island one?

Yes.

 

[Itamar4256]

Why would it take 1-2 months?

Shipping from Canada to Israel on regular shipping.

 

[Boneman]

Just gotta be careful with the black finish getting smudgy with fingerprints, otherwise that should be a fine guitar out of Corona. I think late Westerly’s had the snake head headstocks, and Corona went back to the full sized look, so for aesthetics that is better for some.

 

[davenumber2]

Shipping from Canada to Israel on regular shipping.

I would try to pay for expedited shipping if it’s in the budget and available. I don’t like the idea of a guitar being in transit for 1-2 months.