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  1. Rick's Fine '52
    8lb bump?
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    [quote name='bassmasta2b' timestamp='1324943965' post='1478724'] Maybe Maple too , why ? [/quote] I have this for sale/trade? [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/159886-fender-precision-custom-shop-relic-1958-mint-all-case-candy/"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/159886-fender-precision-custom-shop-relic-1958-mint-all-case-candy/[/url] Fender 1958 Precision Custom Shop Relic. 3-tone sunburst, gold anodized guard, maple neck, spaghetti logo, tweed case, all case candy++ PM if interested.
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    You still looking for Rosewood boards only??
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    I actually find NKR to be very reasonable, far more than Denmark Street Vintage dealers. When NKR get a genuine rare guitar (I dont mean a ´65 strat, or a ´64 Precision), like a ´58 Les Paul, a ´52 Precision, a ´59 ES335, or a ´64 4001S, then tend to market it at top dollar, because there´s every chance they will sell it, as the rarest birds out there will always generate interest, and top money, especially if all original. On the other hand though, you can pick up more ´regular´vintage gear for very sensible prices, certainly when compared to V&R. They are also very straight talking when it comes to haggling. I´ve got some pretty reasonable discounts before down there. By the way, i have absolutely no affiliation with the shop (And no, the owner is a different Rick , before anyone asks!), but i have bought a few pieces from them in the past. Although i know opinions are purely based on personal experience. BTW, the ´59 EB2 is [i]not[/i] open to offers.....I´ve tried!! Its actually a mid ´60 Bass, no case. Stunning condition though, I´m just fussy,a nd want it with a case.
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    [quote name='rodney72a' timestamp='1323136646' post='1459785'] Looks nice. What's the weight? [/quote] Better late than never, its actually around 8lbs, not 10 as i suggested earlier, and back on the market.
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    Very nice Precison, thats probably the most worn body i've seen!!, I bet it could tell a few stories! What is it? '62?? I have a few of my own, let me know if you want me to post any pics (See below) BTW, are you selling it?
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    I have a Fender tweed version, which to be honest, apart from the badge, is probably built exactly the same. Its built very well, and i move it around, it shows no sign of wear at all, latches are strong etc, for the price of the ones on your link, i reckon theyre an absolute steal, and well worth a punt! Here's my 3 guitar version, i also have a 7 guitar version, which is identical (Except bigger ), both are built very sturdily. [attachment=95372:Bass Rack 007.jpg]
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    [quote name='BB3000S' timestamp='1322947632' post='1457694'] Btw, that trio-pic has me gasping for air. [/quote] Here's another trio, my 56's... [attachment=95231:trio 55.JPG]
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    OK, final bump before christmas, and then it go's back on the rack.
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    [quote name='rodney72a' timestamp='1323136646' post='1459785'] Looks nice. What's the weight? [/quote] Its light, from memory its a little under 10lbs, but i'll check this weekend, and let you know. Thanks for the interest. Rick.
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    [quote name='BB3000S' timestamp='1322947632' post='1457694'] Oooh, how I wish I had the readies for this. The '58 is the all time nicest P IMO. Btw, that trio-pic has me gasping for air. Free bump! [/quote] Thanks BB, i agree, the 3TSB/Maple/Gold combo is one of Leo's finest ever. Cheers.
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    [quote name='walbassist' timestamp='1322162920' post='1447506'] Indeed it does! [/quote] Now you've sold the fretless, do you still fancy a '58 Relic??
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    Bumpety bump....
  14. Rick's Fine '52
    'Finally-a-victory-for-Chelsea' style, celebratory BUMP!!!
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    Yes, that's sort of my impression of them too, but I thought they were 34" scale? Maybe they are 34" actually, i guess i meant the short, stubby 15 fret neck, having never actually played one, the oddity of them has always made me curious, one day i'll find one somewhere, have a plonk, and be grateful i didnt spend £2k+ on one!!! Your '73 does like nice, i've very partial to a sunburst/rosewood/tort combo, i just dont get on playing them, i found it to be an expensive way of making a slide sound better, but then i guess that shows my limited talent!! Sell the '73, and buy my '58, that sounds like a plan!!
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    [quote name='gary mac' timestamp='1322088183' post='1446498'] Another visitor to your web site Rick and most enjoyable it was too. [/quote] Thanks Gary, between me and you, my 10 year old Son showed me how to do it, after i saw him creating one, needless to say, i felt pretty old, and past it, kids today have tooo much knowledge!! It's quite an amateur start though, more to come hopefully!
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    [quote name='walbassist' timestamp='1322069193' post='1446190'] Completely off topic, for which I apologise, but I love the Bass V on your website! Did you used to own it? I have always wanted one, but not sure why [/quote] Just noticed you have a Fretless Precision, after my previous reply! To add to that, i think my lack of musical ability with the instrument I love, was the main factor in me not quite knowing what to do with it, rather than the instrument itself! I'll get my coat. TAXI !!!!!
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    [quote name='walbassist' timestamp='1322069193' post='1446190'] Completely off topic, for which I apologise, but I love the Bass V on your website! Did you used to own it? I have always wanted one, but not sure why [/quote] Firstly, congratulations, i think you're the first, and probably last person to view my rather lame attempt at showcasing some of my collection!! The Bass V is not one of mine, although like you, I've always fancied one, for curiosity value only i suspect. I think 5 mins after buying it, I'd probably question what possessed me (I had the same raection with a fretless, wanted one for years, and finally bought one, only to realise that it was the most limited bass I'd ever picked up, let alone bought!). They are lovely looking instruments though, and the shortscale makes it interesting, one day maybe, it would have to be a dot neck sunburst though. I nearly bought one from new york a few years ago, but it didnt have the impossible to find bridge cover or case, and i'm a bit obsessed with things being 'right', so passed on it, was great value though. Thanks again for looking at the site, i must get the rest of my gear on there!!
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    Bumpety Bump
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    [quote name='crez5150' timestamp='1321985189' post='1445202'] Nope but it looks bloody awful! [/quote] You got that right, looks like a homebuild jobby, as an O-Level Project!!
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    [quote name='rapscallion' timestamp='1321872213' post='1443801'] The sunburst looks dreadful, I've never seen a Fender body that dark by the edges. [/quote] The picture is definitely of a real 1960, this dark edged burst is very common on 1960 Jazz basses, almost all original '60 sunburst jazzes i've seen are like this, they fade to an almost 2-tone appearance. (See examples below for reference) Is the auction real............yeah right!! Has all the signs to avoid, zero feedback, especially rare item, poorly described, almost no pictures, starting price of £1, and no replies to questions. [attachment=93542:1960-fender-jazz-bass-feb00071.jpg] [attachment=93543:17054-12.jpg] [attachment=93544:fender-jazz-bass-1960.jpg] [attachment=93545:StreamImage.jpg]
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    Daily price drop bump!
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    Sunday, 'c'mon chelsea' type bump
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    Sunday morning bump
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    Where's the pics?? Sounds fab!
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