The "Knobectomy" has been a success. The new gold Gibson reflector knobs don't look the same as they did in the 60's, but at least they fit. I found a wider strap, it's a bit beefy.
Martin (Droombolus) had that issue, see this thread http://bassoutpost.com/index.php?topic=6381.0. But he bought that off eBay, the knobs may not have been original.
The "Knobectomy" has been a success.
There's a Bobbit joke in there somewhere.
You know, because executive rosewood smugglers could get violent.
She's a looker, but she's kinda big boned............. She' 11 lbs. I installed Shaller Stap Locks before I strapped her on for the first time! I wonder how heavy it would be if it wasn't chambered.According to the serial number, it was built on Aug 13th, a Saturday (224) I was hoping to get a rosewood fingerboard on it & thought it was. I was told it would be by the dealers I questioned. It seems a bit dark but doesn't seem to be baked maple either. Being built at that point in time after the raid shouldn't it be baked maple?
That is one beautiful bass!I really hope to pick up a black one, but have to wait for my tax refund first.