Tried this D-28 1931 Authentic yesterday

[6L6]

Once you've played an Authentic, it's hard to settle for anything less.



Definitely worth saving for.

Bill
2011 '37 D-18A

[rmyAddison]

Originally Posted by 6L6

Once you've played an Authentic, it's hard to settle for anything less.

Bill
2011 '37 D-18A

That is financially and painfully true...............

[noledog]

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Originally Posted by noledog

Are those very little guitars or is an immense T-shirt?!

Hah! One is a tiny OM I got in St. Maarteen and the other is a J45...and a big No Shoes Nation Kenny Chesney 2013 Tour shirt XXL

Originally Posted by rmyAddison

That is financially and painfully true...............

The up side is that it's easier to ignore most everything else.

[psychojohn]

Any validity to the notion that the "authentic construction" lends itself for the need for more repairs or shorter life than other model construction techniques ?

[Toby Walker]

Originally Posted by psychojohn

Any validity to the notion that the "authentic construction" lends itself for the need for more repairs or shorter life than other model construction techniques ?

Good question. I'm wondering if the string gauges we use today, specifically light gauge were any different then the ones used during the 30's. I've heard it said that heavier gauges were used in the past which could account for the heavier construction of later guitars to offset the warranty claims.

[psychojohn]

Originally Posted by Toby Walker

Good question. I'm wondering if the string gauges we use today, specifically light gauge were any different then the ones used during the 30's. I've heard it said that heavier gauges were used in the past which could account for the heavier construction of later guitars to offset the warranty claims.

So maybe a reverse effect ? We're using lighter strings with the authentic construction, therefore fewer problems than when heavier strings were used ?

[frank4001]

I'm just going to chime in and echo the that the one I played was fantastic also and the neck, set up ect.. just felt great. Beautiful sound.
Out of my talent/price range but fantastic...