I would buy one over anything Gibson makes today, or any inferior brand.

Funny you should say that, since Epiphone, which is owned by Gibson, or was last I heard, has come out with the "Masterbilt" line which is also made in China of all solid woods and competitive with the Blueridge in both price and quality.

Also the Guild DAD series is in the same ball park.

I seriously question whether American manufacturers are going to be able to compete in their "mid-range" lines.

Peter.