karlfer

Perhaps a bit more forethought would have gone down well. Somewhere in the region of 20, 000 members, or potentially 20,000 customers. Not really the place to hack off even a small percentage of potential customers. Especially for an exclusive niche market product. I really do hope some good comes of this. Mr Hall, I honestly think if you backed off the pre-lawsuit stuff, you would find a lot more people with a lot more respect and empathy for the stance of your undeniably respected business. Karl.

[quote name='Stacker' timestamp='1334131677' post='1611175'] 1 Rick down, 3 to go. Will never have one in this house again. [/quote] Should have hocked one for my Bergs . Right, I really must calm down and get some work done

[quote name='Thornybank' timestamp='1334131582' post='1611170'] Fender tried something awhile ago, putting pressure on retailers (blocking stock if ifringing) but there were too many bolted horses. Jon is just trying to maximise the value of the brand as a family asset. Not like he's a banker or politician or soemthing, but it isn't quite in the spirit of rock 'n roll.... [/quote] People would have a lot more empathy if he backed off pulling every 30+ year old copy.

Nice one Musky, safe font of knowledge as usual. Wouldn't it be comical if the actual trade marks registered in 1993 only covered that shape headstock, TRC,with the word Rickenbacker on it .

I have a great deal of respect for RIC and John Hall for what they do in regard to this, however it really does stagger me that they try to stop the private sales of 30+ year old basses that were made before they had their copyrights. Fair enough with instruments that were made after the legal issues, even though there is some doubt as to wether or not they apply in whichever country. In terms of there market, few who can afford a Rickenbacker would buy a copy so does it really massively affect there sales? It does in one way. I have had 4 real Ricks. I will never buy another after an advert of mine was pulled on FEEBay a couple of years back. As I said, fair play to Mr Hall, but I think he would be better drawing a line in the sand at pre-lawsuit. He would certainly get some kudos, IMHO. Strange how FEEBay seem to pull less business sellers ads for modern Rick copies, again, IMHO.

Bump for this gorgeous Jazz, whilst asking mckendrick, "Do you know where I can find the schematic, with parts numbers for a 1998 Fender Donald Duck Dunn Limited Edition, crafted in Japan?" cos I'm buggered if I can find it, Bump

These are usually 40mm nut width perfect for those of us who want a P but not with such a wide nut. They play like the Devil, that colour is as rare as my wallet opening and would look sublime with a Brown Tortie plate. I am actually salivating. 1 week ago this would have been mine .

Steady Tom, back to the Glenmorangie with you. Oh, and sold subject to usual.

NNNOOOOOOHHHHHH! I've just bought a Fender Donald Duck Dunn and then this comes up. Bugger, bugger and thrice bugger. Good luck with the sale, like you'll need it. Karl.

More PM'S replied to, thanks for the interest folks. Answers. The unusual finish is original that's how these limited editions came out of the factory. They do come up for sale occasionally, there was one the year before last in Leeds. PAINPal will only be taken if it sells on FEEBay, however it is at a starting price of £450. Current price on here is £400, I may take close offers in a few weeks, but not at the moment thanks . Please remember it's the Mrs trying to badger me down to 4 basses, not me , cheers, Karl.

[quote name='Ejb' timestamp='1334035975' post='1609830'] Pm'd [/quote] And if you need the money for it John. I've got some for you!!!!!!

PM's replied, thanks for the interest but as stated, EBS NEO only please and certainly no more basses

As stated Mathew, I will ship overseas, however the bank transfer or cheque must clear my account first. Any buyer from overseas must arrange a courier to come to me. The buyer must pay for that and their own transit insurance. If you are serious please PM me, cheers, Karl.

[quote name='MilesGloverotm' timestamp='1333840043' post='1607335'] Hi, sorry to disappoint people but this is not a western union scam. Would prefer if people paid cash came and picked it up. This means you know were I live and if your not happy with it you can come and moan at me. Happy to provide any photos or you can skype me if you want to see it or for real im in Leicester. Thanks Miles Glover ( Yes, thats my real name) [/quote] Well said that man .