Maloburro
Junior Member
Hello all,
So with all your help, last year I found an 87 D25 flat back for a reasonable price. The poor baby looks beat up but plays great. So beat that there is even a crack near the traditional Gibson headstock location (that appears repaired).
Now I've got a line on a 74 D25 curved back. Lots of fret wear in the cowboy pocket but it would essentially cost me $270 after I trade my A&L Spruce.
I asked my friendly guitar expert friend who reminded me of bridge bulge, straight edge, pealing bridge, and to check neck relief. The seller claims action is 2/32 at 12th fret and that, despite the fret wear, it still plays well. He wants something acoustic / electric. The A&L is a great guitar but not as loud as any of the other dreads I've owned. A lot more trebly.
I sold a MIJ Fender F65 with some bridge bulge, to get the 87 Guild. It was LOUD but murder to play past the 6th fret.
Is there anything specific to look for in a mid 70s D25? Would most of the forum go through with this? It's a bit of a drive so I'm hoping it's worth it.
Thanks for your valued time and feedback.
Ryan
So with all your help, last year I found an 87 D25 flat back for a reasonable price. The poor baby looks beat up but plays great. So beat that there is even a crack near the traditional Gibson headstock location (that appears repaired).
Now I've got a line on a 74 D25 curved back. Lots of fret wear in the cowboy pocket but it would essentially cost me $270 after I trade my A&L Spruce.
I asked my friendly guitar expert friend who reminded me of bridge bulge, straight edge, pealing bridge, and to check neck relief. The seller claims action is 2/32 at 12th fret and that, despite the fret wear, it still plays well. He wants something acoustic / electric. The A&L is a great guitar but not as loud as any of the other dreads I've owned. A lot more trebly.
I sold a MIJ Fender F65 with some bridge bulge, to get the 87 Guild. It was LOUD but murder to play past the 6th fret.
Is there anything specific to look for in a mid 70s D25? Would most of the forum go through with this? It's a bit of a drive so I'm hoping it's worth it.
Thanks for your valued time and feedback.
Ryan