As most of you know, I always have guitars coming and going. I normally just post up about something I built or put together, but this one is kinda cool. This last year I actually sold far more than I purchased, and that will be a trend that continues.
I have wanted an Eric Johnson strat for a few years now, but not just any. I checked out some local and made inquiries here and there, but I really wanted a first year, and it had to be a player. I was not looking for a case queen, nor looking to pay a premium for one wiped with a silk diaper every month.
I had no trouble finding some that hit a few of the marks, but none that nailed it. I received a lead about one that sounded promising, and it took me a few weeks to pin it down and work out a deal.
The EJ Strat was released in January of 2005, and this one was ordered in February of '05 and delivered the next month. I bought it from a dealer in California who got it from the original owner, and as you can see it was played and loved.
The finish is checked all over, and the frets are totally done. I don't believe the neck has ever been off the guitar before today.
I know nothing about the previous owner, but clearly, this was a special guitar that has seen some use. The sound is bright and clear with just enough growl.
I will have to refret it before I can really enjoy it, but I can't tell you happy I am with it so far.
I have wanted an Eric Johnson strat for a few years now, but not just any. I checked out some local and made inquiries here and there, but I really wanted a first year, and it had to be a player. I was not looking for a case queen, nor looking to pay a premium for one wiped with a silk diaper every month.
I had no trouble finding some that hit a few of the marks, but none that nailed it. I received a lead about one that sounded promising, and it took me a few weeks to pin it down and work out a deal.
The EJ Strat was released in January of 2005, and this one was ordered in February of '05 and delivered the next month. I bought it from a dealer in California who got it from the original owner, and as you can see it was played and loved.
The finish is checked all over, and the frets are totally done. I don't believe the neck has ever been off the guitar before today.
I know nothing about the previous owner, but clearly, this was a special guitar that has seen some use. The sound is bright and clear with just enough growl.
I will have to refret it before I can really enjoy it, but I can't tell you happy I am with it so far.
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