I traded out my Model 36 some years back. Coincidently, though, I picked up a 100% plastic Macaferri a couple of years ago. These guitars were made as a serious instrument for people who could not afford a wood guitar. Remember at the time, there were Martin, Gibson, and little else on the scene. The amazing thing, though, is that this guitar makes a surpring good slide instrument. If you can find one, they go for around $100. Circa 1995, they found a whole warehouse full - all in orginal cartons - brand new! Great conversation piece, too. One appeared as Guitar of the Month in Acoustic Guitar several years ago.