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Andy Volk Member From: Boston, MA |
posted 25 August 2005 04:23 PM
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I'm selling my double-8, 22.5'' scale Fender Stringmaster with original hardshell case and telescoping legs. I believe it's a 1960s vintage - the case is typical for that era - but it's never been important to me to open the pickup cavity to look for a date and signature. The chrome is in great shape with no pitting and the electronics and leg clutches work perfectly. The bridge covers are both in place and work fine as well. This guitar was re-finished by a previous owner in a blue that's close to Fender's 'Sonic Blue' custom color even though Stringmasters were never factory finished in blue. I t's probably not a pro refinish as it's not high gloss but I've always found it okay. The previous owner also attached the relief Fender logo from the case to the audience side of the guitar (see photo). It actually doesn't look bad that way but the guitar comes with 2 Fender "Spagetti" logo decals (see Photo) should anyone want to re-finish it to original specs.There are a few minor bar dings and dents between the necks but the body is in sound shape. This guitar has the fabulous tone, versatility, playability and rugged construction that make Fender Stringmasters the "Rolls Royce" of non-pedal guitars. The blend knobs and bridge covers are all in place. The guitar comes with a custom built wooden shipping crate fastened with square (Robertson) screws. The guitar in its Fender case and the shipping case together weigh 50lbs and should cost about $50-60to ship in the US (by my rough calculations). Buyer pays the actual UPS Ground shipping to your location. I'd like to get $850 + shipping. Note: the shipping case has address marked on the exterior that I obscured via Photoshop for privacy. [This message was edited by Andy Volk on 25 August 2005 at 04:44 PM.] [This message was edited by Andy Volk on 26 August 2005 at 04:51 AM.] |
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James Quackenbush Member From: Pomona, New York, USA |
posted 25 August 2005 08:02 PM
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Not an original color, but I really like the look of this steel !!.....Nice color choice... It look's very clean ....Jim |
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Craig A Davidson Member From: Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin USA |
posted 25 August 2005 08:31 PM
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Great color except refinishing drops the value of the guitar. Not picking a fight or nothing, just something I was once told. |
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Grant Johnson Member From: Nashville TN |
posted 25 August 2005 08:52 PM
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I think if it were original color, Andy could ask well over a grand and get it.... I think it is beautiful! |
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John Bechtel Member From: Nashville, Tennessee,U.S.A. |
posted 25 August 2005 09:01 PM
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Here we go again! Why do you tempt me like this? I'm very partial to short~scales! Are all (4)-P/U's at proper readings or are there any kinda weak ones that would deserve/require re-winding in addition to the intial investment? ------------------ |
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George Keoki Lake Member From: Edmonton, AB., Canada |
posted 25 August 2005 09:18 PM
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BUY IT JOHN....BUY IT JOHN....BUY IT JOHN....BUY IT JOHN !!!!!  |
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Al Terhune Member From: Newcastle, WA |
posted 25 August 2005 10:06 PM
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Andy, put this on ebay and make more than what you're asking. |
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John Bechtel Member From: Nashville, Tennessee,U.S.A. |
posted 25 August 2005 10:07 PM
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“By George”, I just don't know what to do!  As for the finish: The original finishes weren't really Glossy, but; kinda on the dull no-glare side! My early ’50's D–8 was a kinda transparent Ivory color! I think the finish is of the proper style, even if not a factory choice of color! It gets better l©©king to me the more I l©©k at it! ------------------ “Big John” Bechtel ’04 SD–10 Black Derby w/3 & 5 & Pad ’65 Re-Issue Fender Twin–Reverb Custom™ 15” Eminence web site [This message was edited by John Bechtel on 25 August 2005 at 11:56 PM.] |
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Andy Volk Member From: Boston, MA |
posted 26 August 2005 04:47 AM
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John, I've never measured the pickup outputs and frankly, wouldn't know how to do so, but they all sound strong and rich to my ear. The finish is kind of matte/eggshell finish. It's a nice guitar and I hate to see it go but I need the cash for another purchase. |
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Michael Garnett Member From: Fort Worth, TX |
posted 26 August 2005 08:11 PM
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Garrr! Why did I just spend $600 on a bass rig?!?!?!? Oh well, I'm gonna make more money playing bass than this great guitar... If you'll take a two-party, out of state, hot check, I might be able to take it off your hands though.... -Garnetto |
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Denny Turner Member From: Northshore Oahu, Hawaii USA |
posted 27 August 2005 01:25 PM
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OK, ...I've had all I can stands; I can't stands no more! Consternation competing with John's! Been waiting to see a cash deal here for Andy..... ------------ Mom (wife) just went to the store. I broke free of my pajamas she stapled hard to the back of the bedroom door with me in them ...to keep me away from this posting. I have about 5 minutes to get this typed and climb back into the pajamas, whip in teeth. So Andy, ...shot in the dark: Could a trade compete with "another purchase"? If so, please email for details. I'm swamped right now and might not get back here soon / often. Thanks. OOPS .....here comes Mom........ Aloha, [This message was edited by Denny Turner on 28 August 2005 at 03:46 AM.] |
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Andy Volk Member From: Boston, MA |
posted 28 August 2005 04:05 AM
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Nice guitar, Denny .... but sorry, I'm interested in a cash sale only. |
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David Kitchen Member From: Fostoria, Ohio, USA |
posted 28 August 2005 09:02 AM
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I WANT IT CHECK E MAIL DAVID |
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David Kitchen Member From: Fostoria, Ohio, USA |
posted 28 August 2005 09:10 AM
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ANDY I WANT THE FENDER D8, DAVID |
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David Kitchen Member From: Fostoria, Ohio, USA |
posted 28 August 2005 09:13 AM
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ANDY I WANT THE FENDER D8, DAVID ------------------ |
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David Kitchen Member From: Fostoria, Ohio, USA |
posted 28 August 2005 09:22 AM
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ANDY I Would like to buy the fender D8 $850 PLUS shipping DAVID ------------------ |
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James Quackenbush Member From: Pomona, New York, USA |
posted 28 August 2005 09:55 AM
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Gee !!.....Do you think David want's Andy's D-8 ? ......... ........JimPS....Yes , refinishing does lower the value of an instrument, but this D-8 is nice and worth the money as just a player , and has a short scale for easy bar slant's !!....My T-8 is a 22.5" scale , and I LOVE it !!!....... |
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Jody Carver Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed~ Dodger Blue Forever |
posted 28 August 2005 01:55 PM
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I remember Andy getting this Stringmaster.Andy sent me jpegs a of it and asked me what I thought I told Andy to BUY IT Someone will get a great guitar,refinish or not. BUY IT. |
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Denny Turner Member From: Northshore Oahu, Hawaii USA |
posted 28 August 2005 03:50 PM
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WHEW .... that sure makes things easier. Mom unstapled me from the bedroom door. The cosmos once again sorts things out when I couldn't! I'm not sure, but it looks like David might want the Stringmaster too! Aloha, |
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Andy Volk Member From: Boston, MA |
posted 28 August 2005 04:40 PM
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The guitar is off the market. My lovely and perceptive wife has convinced me to hang onto the instrument as she correctly surmised my pain in seeing it leave. Sorry to have yanked some chains - it was certainly unintentional. I'm keepin' it! Please close this thread. |
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