(Lao-Bu's junk could be another Man's treasure...) MIJ 1976 Epiphone FT200

[harist13]

Hi,

While cleaning my mom's store rm, I found my late father's old n d/rusty guitar. When I cleaned it up, found out that it is an MIJ 1976 Epiphone FT200 Guitar with an American eagle carved on the headstock.Limited Edition Bi-Centennial Commemorative Guitar.

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Made in Japan, 1976 , this guitar has a really nice carved headstock of an American Eagle in full wingspan clutching two oak leaf clusters along with a American flag specific to this guitar which was made as part of the United States Bi Centennial celebration in 1976. Also along with the patriotic carving on the headstock , there are special fret markers on the neck in the shape of stars to further accent the Stars and Stripes theme of this wonderfully classic guitar.It has a deep full bodied tone that only comes from years of having the opportunity to fully open up it's classic Epiphone sound.

The guitar is in great shape for it's age with 6/10 cosmetic ratings. below are the photos taken b4 I sent it for set-up n minor clean up at Brasbasah.

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I am looking to swap this guitar for a Fender of any model/make for my son or a Crafter/ Line 6 guitar for myself , or you may offer me other guitar option or a price.

If there is no interest or suitable swap, I may do a full restoration on this guitar and ask my son to sell this 15 years later ...Lol

Thank you for your kind attention... cheers!

Sms: 983 07 389

 

[faekildare]

Sry ah bro, not trying to spoil your thread but I think option 2 (full restoration on this guitar and ask my son to sell this 15 years later) is a better option. Imagine your son proudly telling his kids, "This guitar is from your Great grandfather!"

Priceless!

 

[harist13]

Yo Bro... my 13yrs old son is ashame to play an 'old' guitar, he doesnt care abt sentimental... he would still prefer epi pr-4 or etc... lol. Thats what i am thinking to 'fully'restore it, but then i sos worry the way he strum d guitar too

 

[K2desoog]

Sry ah bro, not trying to spoil your thread but I think option 2 (full restoration on this guitar and ask my son to sell this 15 years later) is a better option. Imagine your son proudly telling his kids, "This guitar is from your Great grandfather!"

Priceless!

I second this!! Its will be priceless in a decade.

 

[slankers]

Hi Bro... does it come with the hardcase? I got a 2 yrs old Ovation CSE44 care to swap? Tq

 

[harist13]

@ Slankers: no hardcase, I just bought an epi softcase to go wif it. Sorry, not a big fan of ovation Bro, Thks anyway

@ k2desoog & Faekildare: I don really play and know guitar only know abt a year ago when my son dived into it... how can it be priceless? its not like hardbody guitar which built to last... you joking rite? priceless for a memory, yes it will be.... at least can frame it and hang it at ur living room like Davis... Lol

 

[K2desoog]

Vintage instruments are often sought after by collectors.
Goes for US$225 on eBay.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1976-Epipho...dnaught-Japan-MIJ-/120776036230#ht_814wt_1185

 

[eieio]

Hi Bro... does it come with the hardcase? I got a 2 yrs old Ovation CSE44 care to swap? Tq

consider this, is a good offer!
if not taken up, letme know yea
my gf is looking for a semi acoustic..

 

[harist13]

Oh thks at least now i know... d price is a about, based on my past experience buying thru a shop) will price about $500, but again like u said indeed its not an open market product... is not seller vs user, but seller vs the wanting.

It a long shot anyway bro....

 

[harist13]

@eieio : yeah I know its good, but my son owned an ovation b4 u see and he thinks its body not cool for rocking he is actually wanting me to buy epi dove ... hahaha)

 

[faekildare]

Hey bro,
Your son is still young but when he reach maturity eventually, he will need an acoustic. Well build acoustics (Esp a made in Japan Ephiphone) will appreciate in price eventually.

 

[J.custom]

Reminds me of my dad's 1973 MIJ Morris Dreadnought! Sounds insane after all those years of ageing, nice and full, with enough sparkle. Keep this piece! It's your heritage man.

 

[harist13]

PULLING BACK MY ADS....

Hi Guys,

I went to the shop in enthusiasm but was disappointed that d guitar seemed to be in worst condition than i thought to be. the back-board was actually opened up at the bottom, the guy was kind enough to glue it back to make it playable... it certainly need some restoration.

I cant sell it at this state, as i wont go cheaper... and when my son tried it he loved the sound on the guitar... infact me too woow...

So... i better save some money do a complete restoration so it will last many more years...

Thanks for all the valuable advises.... and my apology to those who have expressed interest in the guitar...

GBU all...

Ps: any advise on this;