Thanks for the Info. I seem to remember the salesmen at the store I purchased it at said it was a limited edition. To me at that time it didn't mean much. It looked good, sounded good and the price was reasonable. I never regretted that purchase. As for the wood, you have to be right....I was mearly guessing. I am assuming abalon inlay is what my back seam is only because it's different then my top edges. I remember the salesmen telling me that the top edge was a herringbone inlay. So I guess I will keep my eyes open on eBay for another DR-15 and grab it if I can. Thanks for the tip on strings...I always use light strings anyway but now I will not feel bad about tuning it up.

Bob Spradlin