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Location: GA USA | This is way in the pre-production stage, but here's my thinking:
I'm about to hit 47 yrs old in June, and the closer I get to 50, the less I have the physique or hair to be a rock star, and the more I'm tending to favor the acoustic for live performing.
I've got the Demon Deacon which has a slightly storied history, rare gloss black body, and altogether unique appearance. While not a true vintage axe, it's an all original Deacon Deluxe in near perfect condition with like new original electronics, so I'm figuring it would fetch about a grand. That's hypothetical, so let's not argue the price at this point.
That's enough to get an Elite T, or slightly used other Elite or maybe a used Collectors, don't you think?
I'd still have the Viper, which is sweet, and I don't have to worry about dinging it, since it has about 30 tiny dings and scratches already. I cringe at the thought of parting with my first O and being Deaconless, but my question is... has anyone faced the same question? Is there a pro/con case we can build?
Honestly, I'm not about to pull the trigger, but wondering aloud.
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Location: Alberta, Canada | A #47 reissue would be a great way to celebrate turning 47. :)
As with most things like this, follow your heart, guided of course, by a large dose of soul searching and good advise by members of the OFC. :)
Not much help, am I? :) Sorry!
A dilema only you can decide.
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Location: GA USA | Thanks, Dave. Find me a #47 for $1000 and it's a deal. |
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Location: Alberta, Canada | No problem. I hold your place in line right behind me. :) |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Pro: buying new Ovation.
Con: selling old Ovation.
You asked for it. Turning 50 is no big deal. It must not have been memorable for me, because the only thing I remember about it is getting my AARP membership. Getting a new guitar to celebrate is a good idea, but not if you have to sell the old standby to do it. |
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Location: Orlando, FL | If you really love the Deacon, sooner or later you'll be sorry you sold it. But if you sell it within the OFC at least you'll know where it is - and have visitation rights too! |
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Location: GA USA | You make a good point. I've noticed that when someone sells a really nice guitar, they ALWAYS regret it some. I don't regret selling my Squier, but I do regret selling my American Standard Strat. I even sorta regret selling my Univox LP.
This may be very telling: I got a PM asking what it looked like. My reply: Like pretty much the coolest guitar ever made.
So, Zilla, I have to conclude that I really do love it. I love my Deacon, and I don't care who knows... (don't tell my wife).
So I guess my plan is... I've 3 years to find the right deal on a new guitar. Sounds doable. |
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Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains | If you're having second thoughts now, just wait until it is gone. Unless you need the cash, why not just keep it? Hang it up on the wall and you'll have fond memories every time you stop to admire it. Add a few banners, metal signs and maybe a neon sign (or twenty) and you'll have your own world class Deacon shrine. |
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Location: Central Massachusetts | Jas, don't sell it! You'll spend the next 50 years wishing you hadn't! Keep it to hand down to your son or some other deserving relative.
By the way, I'm available for adoption. ;-)
And who cares if it gets a few dings along the way. They will be part of your history with the guitar. |
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Location: GA USA | Crisis averted. Will hold and cherish. And by the time I turn 50, somebody ELSE will probably be crazy enough to let a 2006 Collector's go for $1000 and I'll be golden.
Although I feel your pain, tten. |
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Location: Atlanta,Ga. | Jas, i have a minty 1537 that could satisfy your acoustic craving.come by and check it out.Sam 404 409-6242 |
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Location: Orlando, FL | Good decision Jas. Now go buy Sam's 1537 and you'll be set! |
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Location: GA USA | I think that whatever I get, I want/need a cutaway. I played a 1537 and 2 original slotheads at Phil's house, though... and Sam's Preacher... man, I'm blessed. |
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Location: closely held secret | Jas, a cutaway is what kept me from buying a 1537 as well. Keep your eyes open for an '87 Collector. You get the acoustic qualities of a 1537 and the bling of the Book Elite in a cutaway. I'm very happy with mine. |
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Location: Montréal, québec, Canada | Jas, i'm turnimg 50 soon to and I understand your need for an other guitar,but DO NOT sell the old one! Just buy one more !!
I sold my first Breadwinner and stil regret it!
I was lucky to find an other one a few years later and I stil have it 27 years later.
Bernard
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Location: Stratford, Connecticut | What does everyone think?
A White Breadwinner.. a couple small dings, not really noticeable. Some rub wear on the back of the neck. 4 number serial.. after one letter. Brass bridge pieces. I'd say a hard 7 out of 10 condition. In need of a setup... notes don't ring on the high E from the 15th fret up. Otherwise it's "playing" GREAT - has a good feel. All electronics work perfect. Two of the tuners are a little hard to turn. He's asking $700.00 plus tax. Is that reasonable even though it's not a Deacon? I'm in a quandry here! hahhaaa! Thanks! Michael Joseph Kramer |
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Location: Stratford, Connecticut | What am I stupid? Of course it is! hahaha |
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Location: Keller, TX | Originally posted by Captain_Lovehandles:
Crisis averted. Will hold and cherish. And by the time I turn 50, somebody ELSE will probably be crazy enough to let a 2006 Collector's go for $1000 and I'll be golden.
Although I feel your pain, tten. Thanks.
Sometimes its a cold, cruel world.
But fortunately, I am blessed enough to own more than one, so I do have the others to keep me company. |
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