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Thanks, definitely proves the TJ83 can be 2 piece and the TJ78 is specd as 2 piece back from factory.

I've seen some that were definitely one piece due to the way grain was, but not sure about all of them. I do believe the TJ83 was spec'd as one piece though Thanks for that, I looked into these TJ122 models and at least one that was for sale has a thick neck - 1st fret 22.7mm 12th fret...

Can someone update us on the new/current Tokai Junior and Special models available and what is the highest end model you can get? I'm seeing some listings for Tokai TJ122 models which look great, though they have a 2 piece body and from pics don't look as well built as a TJ83. There are $10k...

I'm hoping this switch tip will be the correct fit since it's metric. I'll wait to order until I get the guitar since the original might be in the case. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Gibson-Les-Paul-And-Epiphone-Toggle-Switch-Tip-Amber-Metric-Switch-Knob/264989703475 Fingers crossed, I sure hope...

If there will not be a reprint, would you consider publishing a .pdf scan of the book? Seems tragic to do all of that work and limit to 100 copies and cut it off.

I'm all about the thick necks and have sold many that were too thin. I'll hope for the best.

Something about this guitar kept calling out me so I ended up buying it. What do you guys think this is? Thoughts on it? I actually have an LS196 plain top already and love it, but had been looking for a LS-320 for a while. It was listed as a Tokai LS-320 with the specs: They think it's a...

Great info! A 58 would suit me very well too. I actually bought a 1960 vintage LPJunior and had to sell due to neck being too thin.

I’m glad to hear about the necks. As time goes on I really like thicker necks more than slim. An accurate 59 profile is perfect for me.

Thanks for that. Is there a "pecking order" for those brands in order of quality? Tokai, Bacchus, Crews, Navigator, Greco, Burny I actually just bought a Knaggs Kenai-J with 2 P90's which is based on a LP Jr/Special but still want a great Les Paul 59 burst or Junior from Japan.

I think I'm after one of the following 3. I can only carry 1 on the plane. LS plaintop KLS high spec like the 345F or that 600F A TJ85 or TJ90 Junior

I might be back there in the next couple of months and will either get a LP or LP Junior/Special and carry on plane home. Thanks for the info on inlays, I’ll watch that closely. Which is better between HLS Hibiki or KLS Kurosawa? Is there a vintage replica with long neck tenon, good woods...

Thanks for the replies. All great info. Is there a guide or full model list that breaks down features of each from the 70's to present?

I went to guitar street in Ochanomizu, Tokyo with intention to get a Tokai Les Paul or possibly some kind of LP Special or Junior. The selection was so overwhelming and many prices higher than expected, so I ended up not getting anything. On my next visit to Japan, I hope to be more educated...