Bassmonkey

Thank you Kumimajava, a really kind offer however, I am probably not going to pursue it. I personally have no plans to travel to Japan and have no friends likely to be be either. I will get one at some point. Really appreciate the help offer though. Andy

Thanks Kumimajava. I guess I will keep on looking in Europe. Andy

That looks lovely

I set one up recently with Parcelforce. Was a Jack Casady, in a hardcore, in a box. The seller dropped it at the depot, I collected from my local one - cost was £10.25!!!worked perfectly

[font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][size=4]Domo arigato (or should I say [color=#212121]ευχαριστώ)[/color][/size][/font]

Using my Google Translate, it looks like it says No International shipping. Any Japanese speakers confirm that?

I want it for the neck. Been after one for years. Andy

Bought Mick's Jack Casady bass. We spoke a few times. Easy, hassle free transaction. A true gentleman. Well recommended. Buy and trade with confidence. Andy Bassmonkey

Is there someone on here that makes pick guards to order? I seem to remember there is?

Just bought a groovy orange pick guard from Stu. Top fella. Andy

[attachment=248697:IMG_5694.jpg]This is my Antoria LP. Looks very similar, I kept the colour, had the gold fittings recoated, added new pickups and bridge etc - I love it.

I like this one. It's been for sale for ever. Tempted? Hmmmmmm http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1970-Gibson-Les-Paul-Switch-Cavity-Cover-Plate-BLACK-For-Les-Paul-Custom-Bass-/302352020167?hash=item466595b2c7:g:VxwAAOSwDk5TwNdd

Saw them again last night at Leeds Arena. 90 mins of sing along. A great crowd, the band nailed it, Ian Brown CAN sing, Mani looked terrified as usual but was rocking a couple of different Jazz basses through his Mesa Boogie rig. Security was understandably tight but we only queued for around 15 mins on our way in. A fab night and they're doing it again tonight! Had i not being going to see The Dead Kennedy's, I'd be back for more.

[quote name='Johnny Wishbone' timestamp='1497364232' post='3317557'] Rancid's bassist is stupidly good, and is fairly prominent in the mix. Check out their "...And Out Come The Wolves" album. [/quote] This exactly - Matt Freeman is awesome

Leftyhook. I was at the Brudenell gig on Friday. Was a great show. The band sound huge. Couldn't fault any of it. Especially enjoyed Blackstar. Ed and the band do a great job. Bowie fans are often proper anoraks, know every word, every nuance of every song and are hard to please but I've yet to meet one who didn't really rate UB. Another stand out moment was the guitar solo in Moorage Daydream, your man nailed it. Not lots of room for 8 of you on that stage though! See ya next time you're in Leeds. Andy

Same day as this. My preference by a mile. No slight on the fab 4 - just completely passed me by.

Epilogue........had a call from the police today. They interviewed the suspect (that being the one who sold the gear to Cash Converters) Guess what?,,,,he claimed, as expected, he bought the stuff from a Car Boot Sale. No way to prove otherwise so that's the end of their investigation. Now I completely appreciate it's not the crime of the century, I know there are way more important things for them to be spending time and resources on but despite being amazed and overjoyed having miraculously recovered most of my stolen kit, I can't help but feel a bit aggrieved that the thief got away scot free and there is clearly not a single deterrent to stop anyone doing this. Genuinely not meant as a slur on he police, I have been super impressed with them, nor an expectation that this should have gone further, simply a grim realisation that scrotes steal, cheat etc with little chance of penalty while most of us work hard and wouldn't dream of doing likewise. Still hope something dreadful happens to the thieving scum though.

Gear returned to me. Result. Had a short interview. Signed for it and out in 30 mins. The police explained there's little chance of charges being brought but will interview the suspect. Unless they admit the theft, it'll be closed down. It lo Is like it's been in a garage. Have cleaned everything and the amp still works. I am very happy. I have asked for a severe penalty should the scrote admit to the theft.

Just had a call from the cops. Going to see em tomorrow PM hopefully identify and collect my gear. I also emailed them pics of the rest of the stolen items. Keep your fingers crossed.

[quote name='xgsjx' timestamp='1495002161' post='3300253'] I take it they were stolen from a vehicle? [/quote] Yes.....and I know!

[quote name='Grangur' timestamp='1494967465' post='3300119'] Sounds good. Good luck The original Police Incident report from the reporting of the theft should go a long way - otherwise it would be an amazing coincidence to have reported the gear stolen some days/weeks/months back and now finding stuff meeting the same description in a local CC shop. The OP must have reported it for the original insurance claim, even though they didn't pay out. [/quote] Exactly this. The original police report and subsequent insurance claim gave full details of the stolen items. There is no doubt these are mine.