umcoo Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 (edited) Hi all, It's with a heavy heart I have decided to move on my 1976 Gibson Grabber G-3. I've had it about a year and it has been well looked after, however it came to me in pieces from the States. I did a build thread which can be found here, [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/202239-restoring-a-gibson-g-3slowly"]http://basschat.co.u...ibson-g-3slowly[/url] and you can see the condition I received it. Supposedly it was left in someones cupboard for many years. The restoration was completed by Jack at Jack's Instrument Services in Manchester who did a superb job. Quite a few bits needed to be replaced or repaired. Here's a quick list of what was done: New maple fretboard New pickguard - Chandlers in the USA New Badass II Bridge New electronics - all CTS pots and Switchcraft jack Back of neck was re-lacquered and new serial number and decals It was missing the bridge and bridge cover, which I why I went with the Badass. It also looks like it was refinished at some point. It's not the best paint job ever, but it's certainly not the worst and is suitably worn for a 39 year old bass. There's a couple of nicks and chips, mostly near the bottom of the bass, biut nothign major. I've tried to capture all these points in the photos. Thankfully, the original pickups were fine and just needed to have the lead wires extended on them. This bass has the 'buck and a half' pickup selectors which basically means all 3, neck and middle, or middle and bridge. Tone is great on all options, but I love all 3 pickups on. Sounds 'Fendery', but with a really kick and snarl. Tuners have taken a battering in their life, but were cleaned up and work fine. One or two are slightly winky on the tuning 'shaft' but doesn't affect anything. One small issue is there was an extra fretboard marker hole drilled when the new fretboard was made - this wasn't done by Jack's Instrument Services in Manchester, however he did do a great job at covering this up. It's right up high on the neck and not noticeable when playing, but wanted to mention it for transparency. The bass is in Lancaster, and collection is most welcome. I can deliver within reason for petrol money, but get in touch and we can sort something. I'm not opposed to shipping, but would rather avoid as I don't have a case for it, but we can cross that bridge. I'm a bit unsure on how to price, as it's a vintage Gibson, but obviously not original and mint, so I'm after[b] £700 collected[/b] which is less that what I paid for it for parts, shipping, customs and the restoration works. Everyone likes pictures, so here's a few. Thanks all [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/goat_punisher/media/104_0684_zpsef6c2992.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/goat_punisher/media/104_0685_zps987dad97.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/goat_punisher/media/104_0690_zps7e43d514.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/goat_punisher/media/104_0686_zps7be84bd9.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/goat_punisher/media/104_0692_zpsbd000504.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/goat_punisher/media/104_0693_zpsca7dafc3.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/goat_punisher/media/104_0694_zps3b61e805.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/goat_punisher/media/104_0695_zps56da7636.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/goat_punisher/media/104_0696_zpsd02f2b38.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/goat_punisher/media/104_0700_zps7d147541.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/goat_punisher/media/104_0702_zps795f2b4e.jpg.html"][/url] [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/goat_punisher/media/104_0703_zps548e3825.jpg.html"][/url] And this is the fretboard hole which was filled in... [url="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/goat_punisher/media/104_0741_zps1042ac5f.jpg.html"][/url] Edited April 3, 2016 by umcoo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theyellowcar Posted January 11, 2015 Share Posted January 11, 2015 Oh. My. Word. I'm too far away from Lancaster to be of any use, but this shouldn't be around for long. GLWTS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Horton Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 That is a very striking looking bass ! Love black & maple Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gust0o Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I thought this was my old one, as it's in such great nick - a real testament to the work you've put into it! Interested, but a bit over-done with basses at the moment. Will be watching the thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NancyJohnson Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I've always liked the G3. That bridge looks great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umcoo Posted January 12, 2015 Author Share Posted January 12, 2015 Thanks all, she sure is a beauty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psychojoy Posted January 13, 2015 Share Posted January 13, 2015 I'm interested! I'll wing you a PM! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umcoo Posted January 13, 2015 Author Share Posted January 13, 2015 Replied Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umcoo Posted January 16, 2015 Author Share Posted January 16, 2015 Bump, getting my arse in gear and getting a box for this so can ship if needs be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Your near me so if you need a guitar box I have a few knocking about so let me know. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umcoo Posted January 16, 2015 Author Share Posted January 16, 2015 Ahh ash that's perfect, PM incoming! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umcoo Posted January 18, 2015 Author Share Posted January 18, 2015 bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umcoo Posted January 20, 2015 Author Share Posted January 20, 2015 To the top! Not after any trades, but open to offers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tayste_2000 Posted January 20, 2015 Share Posted January 20, 2015 But you'd love my 8x10 for this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umcoo Posted January 21, 2015 Author Share Posted January 21, 2015 Your 8x10 would go well with my other 8x10 and my Matamp GT-120 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tayste_2000 Posted January 21, 2015 Share Posted January 21, 2015 I'd deal and deliver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umcoo Posted January 23, 2015 Author Share Posted January 23, 2015 Bump. Shipping box now sourced so this baby can be shipped right to your front door! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umcoo Posted January 25, 2015 Author Share Posted January 25, 2015 To the top! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umcoo Posted January 27, 2015 Author Share Posted January 27, 2015 It's pay day week, and this USA made, vintage bass has now been reduced to £650! Huzzah! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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