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    SOLD! 93 Orville by Gibson Les Paul 59R

    Hi, For sale is my 93 ObG 59R Les Paul, the official Reissue model. Top of the line model, made in Fujigen factory to include: - Fret edge binding - Gibson PAF '57 Classic humbuckers - Nitro lacquer finish - Long neck tenon - Japanese hardware Guitar is in a great condition but there are some...
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    ObG Reissue models, 59R and 57R until when?

    It is generally stated that these Reissue models were made from late 92 until 95. You know, the ones with the space between the year digit and the rest of the serial number. I recently saw a 57R Custom Reissue with a Fujigen serial number dating it to January 1995. That was a first for me. :o...
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    On ebay Tokai EGC58-100 Super Real 1982

    Just saw this guitar on ebay. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1982-Greco-EGC58100-Super-Real-/321695286119 Apart from being in very prestine condition, is this guitar indeed as rare as the seller claims? How about getting money's worth? Just curious. I am not a Greco expert so those of you who...
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    WTB Tokai LS80 (reborn) or ObG Fujigen LP 59R

    Dear Members, Many of you have many guitars.. I know, I was once one of them.. However, I am in need of a nice Les Paul and whilst yours is gathering dust on its case, it could be played and cherished by me! Think about it, and let me know. Preferably I am looking for a guitar that is...
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    WTB: 93-94 Orville by Gibson 59R Pick guard & bracket

    Hi, I am looking for one of those pick guards and bracket that came in a separate plastic bag with the '93 and '94 Fujigen made 59 Reissue Orville by Gibson Les Pauls. Please let me know if you want to sell yours. Thanks in advance. Regards, Joop
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    WTB: One SET of Gibson '57 Classic Zebras (REVISED ADD)

    Hi, Things have changed somewhat so I am now looking for a regular set of Gibson '57 classics with Zebbra bobbins. If you're have a pair lying around but wiht the chrome covers still on, have a look and see what's underneath the covers...maybe yours are the ones that I need.. Thanks in...
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    WTB: ObG (Fujigen) Les Paul or Tokai LS80-LS150

    Hi, Looking for any of the above guitars. It has to be in excellent condition though.... I know that some of you forum members have more than one guitar. If you have one that is a real beauty but just doesnt get the play time she deserves, please let me know. Thanks in advance for your help...
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    Buying service for foreigners on Yahoo Japan

    Hi, On Yahoo Japan there is a service called Buyee for overseas visitors. Any one ever dealt with them? Curious to know how it went... Cheers! Joop Vintage tone requires time, not technology.........
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    Does the weight of a guitar influence its sound?

    I came accross the following video about an original '59 Gibson Les Paul http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sX5wMTdE2PQ In this video the guitarist (Michael Caswell, famous a.o. from LickLiberary) remarks on how light weight this original 1959 Les Paul is and that all 3 originals that he has been...
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    Neck shape of a Les Paul 59R versus Custom models

    Hi, Can anyone tell me if the neck shape of the Custom models differ from the 59R models? I would like to know this for Orville by Gibsons and Tokais as well (old models up to let's say 1983). I have owned ObG 59R's and a LS100 Reborn so I know that neck shape but have never owned a custom...
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    WTB: Fujigen made ObG 59R in excellent/near mint condition

    Hi, Yes, this is the type of guitar that I am looking for. Sorry, no Terada guitar will be considered. Not looking for any specific colour, it all depends on your particular version. So, do you have a guitar that perhaps is not getting the attention and the play time it really deserves...
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    Is the holy grail realy the best?

    Hi Guys, We all know the stories about the original 57 and 59 Gibson Les Pauls that are worth fortunes. Still today many guitar players today would prefer let's say a Gibson (original, custom shop, VOS) over some of the MIJ guitars... Personally speaking I still believe that the brand of a...
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    SOLD!! Orville by Gibson ES-335 Fujigen made Mint!!

    Hi Guys, Christmas is coming and I need to find a good home for my baby. It is a collectors' condition (apart from 1 tiny scratch) Orville by Gibson ES-335 made at the Fujigen factory in 1995, the only year that Fujigen made those. It oozes quality! It is totally original state, no...
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    Tokai LS100 Reborn '79

    Hi Guys, Just to let you know that my guitar is up on flea bay. She deserves a good home :o) http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/280751874721?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 Greetz from sunny Portugal! Joop
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    FS: Orville by Gibson Fujigen 1995 ES 335

    Hi, For sale is my rare and beautiful Orville by Gibson FUJIGEN made ES335 from 1995. Please have a look at the pictures here: http://s791.photobucket.com/albums/yy197/Oomsammiesewinkel/1995%20Fujigen%20Orville%20by%20Gibson%20ES335/ Most ES335's you will come accross are Terada made guitars...
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    FS: '79 Tokai LS 100 Reborn

    Hi, For sale is my Tokai LS100 Reborn made in 1979 so a true vintage guitar. Pictures can be found here: http://s791.photobucket.com/albums/yy197/Oomsammiesewinkel/1979%20Tokai%20LS100%20Reborn/ If you are not familiar with these guitars, I am sure you'll find plenty of info here on the...
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    FS: Rare 1995 Fujigen Oriville by Gibson ES335 Near Mint

    Hi Guys, Here are the pictures of the guitar: http://s791.photobucket.com/albums/yy197/Oomsammiesewinkel/1995%20Fujigen%20Orville%20by%20Gibson%20ES335/ Comes with a hard case also in perfect condition (non branded). Price: ?1.600 shipped anywhere to Europe. Shipping outside of Europe is...
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    FS: Tokai LS100 '79 REBORN

    Hi Guys, Finally managed to get the pictures downloaded. Here they are: http://s791.photobucket.com/albums/yy197/Oomsammiesewinkel/1979%20Tokai%20LS100%20Reborn/ Regards, Joop
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    FS: '79 LS100 Reborn & Fujigen '95 ObG ES335

    The sun may be belting down but times are hard here in Portugal hence my reluctant sale of my 2 beauties. The Tokai is tobacco burst '79 LS100 Reborn in extremely good condition and in original state and with old Tokai case. Price: ?2.000 shipped anywhere in Europe The Orville is a rare...
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