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    Jeck joint Historic DC VS USA DC VS Vintage Special?

    Tried posting this in the Historic section, but more people would rather talk about the word "shit" than attempt to respond. Found nothing related using "search". I have never owned a vintage Special or Junior... only Standards. I am wondering about the plain ol' slab of mahogany and if anyone...
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    Jeck joint Historic DC VS USA DC Special?

    Anyone know if there is any difference?
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    How does one handle this?

    I posted this in the Historic section also. I posted a "reply" ad to it on craigslist warning people, but this guy posted his ad again. Any advise is appreciated. Link: http://fortmyers.craigslist.org/lee/msg/2023252095.html
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    How does one deal with this?

    I would hate to see a kid drop money on one of these thinking it's real. I posted a reply ad to it warning people .. he posted the ad again.. any advise? link: http://fortmyers.craigslist.org/lee/msg/2023252095.html
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    How do you tell someone its a fake?

    Two months ago I responded to a craigslist ad for a R7. Pics looked good, price was negotiable and the guy was willing to bring it to one of my gigs for me to try. He brings it to my gig, UNZIPS the GIGBAG and lo and behold .. a chinese fake. The things that were absolutely perfect were the...
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    Gibson USA brown case value

    I saw a craigslist ad for someone wanting a Gibson LP case. I have a brown USA one with the pink satin "Blankie" attached. anyone know approximate value of these cases? Thanks in advance.
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    StewMac pots cheap?

    Finally finishing the details on a 1981 Ibanez Artist I've refinned, reworked, etc. Put reverse zebra '59 Duncans in it and rather than use the old electronic parts I ordered the complete LP wiring kit from StewMac (toggle switch, pots, caps, wire). After I "thought" I was finished the pots...
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    Anyone see these?

    Just saw this while looking for my "stupid deal of the day". http://www.musiciansfriend.com/document?doc_id=105567
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    This is really unreal.. a dilemma

    ok.. this may be lengthy and never thought opinions of others mattered much, but here goes: I've owned two Historics. One '02 R8 that I shaved the neck to match my '99 Classic, and currently a '04 G0 that I really do love but am thinking about selling for a new '09 R8 (love the new neck profile...
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    For those of you who sell their Historics here..

    I've sold across States before with a "contract" from buyer and seller ... worked fine. I don't want to list on the "bay' and pay Paypal fees and wait 20 days for my money and only be able to withdraw $500 at a time. That being said, for those of you who sell your guitars here on the LPF, how...
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    Thinking R8 again ...

    Not quite sure yet but thinking about the possibility of getting a new R8 (actually have for awhile but last week really has me contemplating it). I tried a '09 with the new neck profile and although larger than my G0 it felt really comfortable, smaller than my '02 R8 I used to have by a long...
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    Audio vs linear taper pots

    What is the difference?
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    Les Paul and Michael jackson

    Don't get me wrong, I'm not "dissing" the talent of Michael Jackson... but is it odd or is it just me ( yes, I'm odd) ... 3 weeks or more of media coverage of a man that was an incredible entertainer... and hardly a mention of a man that changed music as we know it? I own a 'Paul and am not a...
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    '09 Owners: is the top carve REALLY different?

    I am looking at all these beautiful '09's Forum members are showing off, but I still don't see a dramatic difference in the top carve from previous years. Any of you care to show/comment? A "thank you" in advance!
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    Anyone own a 09 R8? Thinking of...

    Just when I am "rediscovering" my G0, along comes a '09 R8 I saw today that I am somewhat interested in. Very light weight. Does anyone own an '09 model? I would appreciate feedback, as I would now be selling my G0 to acquire this one if it fits the bill. Thanks!
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