hlieboff59
Joined: Jun 27, 2008
Posts: 576
Marlboro, New Jersey
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Posted on Dec 21 2013 01:01 PM
It's been a long journey on my quest for a Jazzmaster. Like 3 years worth.
First of all many thanks to Tim (the fez), Matt G, Johnny Kahuna, Noel and Mel Bergman for endless discussions, comments and recommendatins. They have been the nicest and greatest guys to talk with, especially on recommending what I should look for, offer and many other things. About 4 months ago, I was going to have one built, but Mel advised, it would probably be a fantastic guitar, but it's not a Fender!
Alot of the times, I was tempted by MIJ's and CIJ's, but deep down inside I just couldn't. Wanted to buy American made AVR strat.
It cames this morning at around 10A. Like a kid on Hanukkah morning, she arrived. Opened it up and just gorgeous. Oh, it's 65 AVRI JM. It's used. Some guy bought it in the excitement of things, got bored with it very quickly and put it. I found this on ebay in MINT condition. Reno music in Indianapolis listed it for $2000 and at bottome they said make us an offer, we're always into making deals. Offered $1800 and they accepted. Free shipping and not tax. Can't beat that. Feels great. Haven't had time to play through amp. Very small gauge strings on it. Can't wait to put 11's flatwounds on it.
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Emilien03
Joined: Jul 16, 2008
Posts: 1377
Coyoacán, Distrito Federal
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Posted on Dec 21 2013 01:59 PM
Congratulations Howard! 
Now you got THE guitar.
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surfinjohnnyq
Joined: Jul 29, 2008
Posts: 35
sioux falls south dakota
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Posted on Dec 21 2013 02:07 PM
Howard she is a pretty one...I have always adored the shoreline gold..Congrates to you on your purchase ... ps Thank you for the kind words
— Landlocked surf lover
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heepeejeep
Joined: Feb 28, 2013
Posts: 350
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Posted on Dec 21 2013 02:14 PM
Congratulations, good deal and a fabulous instrument! 
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Stokemon
Joined: Feb 09, 2010
Posts: 413
Goleta, CA
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Posted on Dec 21 2013 03:12 PM
Well done Howard  Keep us informed!
— You're not drunk if you can put your socks on while standing.
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ravcon
Joined: Feb 20, 2010
Posts: 727
Charlotte, NC
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Posted on Dec 21 2013 04:52 PM
That's beautiful Howard, congrats!
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Noel
Joined: Mar 15, 2011
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Back in Piitsburgh, Pennsylvania, where I grew up.
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Posted on Dec 21 2013 05:37 PM
Well, Howard, you did it at last. Congratulations! No matter how well they photograph, these Aztec Gold Jazzmasters look so much better in person. But they feel, play and sound even better than they look. I'm really looking forward to hearing you play it.
— This is Noel. Reverb's at maximum an' I'm givin' 'er all she's got.
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Badger
Joined: Nov 16, 2013
Posts: 4537
Wisconsin
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Posted on Dec 21 2013 07:31 PM
Well Big Congratulations and a hat tip for perseverence.
Beautimous!
— Wes
SoCal ex-pat with a snow shovel
DISCLAIMER: The above is opinion/suggestion only & should not be used for mission planning/navigation, tweaking of instruments, beverage selection, or wardrobe choices.
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CrazyAces
Joined: Jul 31, 2012
Posts: 4054
Buffalo, N.Y.
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Posted on Dec 21 2013 10:06 PM
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tubeswell
Joined: Sep 24, 2011
Posts: 1424
Wellington, NZ
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Posted on Dec 22 2013 08:56 AM
Excellent choice Howard! What a beauty! I bet you love the sound of it too! Study various setups that are floating around for the JM, but don't be too quick to ditch the stock bridge and saddles etc. My AVRI JM is stock and is set up in the right way and has no buzzes or rattles.
— He who dies with the most tubes... wins
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eddiekatcher
Joined: Mar 14, 2006
Posts: 2778
Atlanta, GA
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Posted on Dec 22 2013 09:23 AM
Maybe I need to venture out and consider a different color JM.
Hey, hey, hey........nice, VERY nice.
ed
— Traditional........speak softly and play through a big blonde amp. Did I mention that I still like big blonde amps?
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BJB
Joined: Jul 28, 2008
Posts: 413
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Posted on Dec 22 2013 11:48 AM
Good choice! Back in 2001, I went through my own decision process and went with an Inca Silver Jazzmaster. I loved the color and a decent vintage Jazzmaster would have been far more expensive. I'd rather spend my money on the guitar itself, not because it has collector value.
The stock strings definitely need to go as soon as possible, though. Once I put flatwounds on, the guitar came to life. Enjoy your early Christmas present!
— If it ain't broke, fix it until it is.
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andreuthegiant
Joined: May 27, 2007
Posts: 254
Madrid, Spain
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Posted on Dec 22 2013 01:45 PM
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Ariel
Joined: Aug 29, 2009
Posts: 1556
Israel
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Posted on Dec 25 2013 02:46 PM
Sweet!
You just wanna lick it.
Mine the same colors, but from the Thin-Skin line (no binding nor witch hats!), also 1st in a looong time, so I feel ya. Enjoy!
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Matt22
Joined: Feb 15, 2007
Posts: 2858
Fredericksburg, Virginia
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Posted on Dec 25 2013 07:26 PM
Very nice! Congratulations!
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Muddslide
Joined: Mar 25, 2009
Posts: 76
Gypsy Caravan
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Posted on Dec 25 2013 07:34 PM
Absolute class. Congrats on your well-deserved, gorgeous NGD!
I've been thinking of refinishing my cheapo Strat, and gold is a big contender for the color shoot.
I am sure that isn't Shoreline...is that Aztec Gold or Firemist Gold?
Sure is a beauty.
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Richard
Joined: Mar 02, 2006
Posts: 1683
Georgia
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Posted on Dec 25 2013 07:47 PM
Man, that looks fabulous. Congratulations, Howard1
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Stokemon
Joined: Feb 09, 2010
Posts: 413
Goleta, CA
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Posted on Dec 25 2013 08:03 PM
Muddslide wrote:
I've been thinking of refinishing my cheapo Strat, and gold is a big contender for the color shoot.
Do it! I did. You won't be sorry. Can't remember what the color is called because the cans are long gone. Turned out OK for a minimal prep spray job.
— You're not drunk if you can put your socks on while standing.
Last edited: Dec 25, 2013 20:04:46
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SanchoPansen
Joined: Jan 04, 2011
Posts: 1588
Berlin L-Berg
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Posted on Dec 28 2013 03:07 AM
What a fine looking guitar, Howard. Congratulations! Love that color.
Hey Stoke, what was the original color?
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