I love old guitars, but I don't own any. I discovered that I can get fabulous instruments from individual luthiers, for a fraction of the price. That's right, lots of great guitars don't cost the world. If you're in for it, check out Thompson, Beneteau, Schwartz, Gurian etc... I used to think I was just consoling myself but now I would put any of my guitars up against classic vintage items. Acquired taste or not, nine grand would but three custom guitars of the highest order from my favourite builder. Yes, if I had the coin I'd run out and buy a D-45 just to say I have one, but it's no longer necessary to my GAS.

Peace, Mooh.