(Catspaw, I spell it both ways depending on my mood.)


Well we know for sure the instrument was not stolen or "hot" or grey for that matter.

It's just that in today's vintage and late model market once just doesn't expect to come across real, legitimate bargains.

Generally things are bordering on overpriced to really overpriced, so this deal sort of stunned the both of us.

We honestly thought it was too good to be true and were skeptical as well (because of the saying if something seems too good to be true it probably is), but it was very much a legitimate thing, and, the owner needed the money, and he wasn't playing the instrument much anyway. (Pity as it's quite fine!)

Since my friend does volunteer work from time to time at retirement homes, I think her "karma" would be well served to seranade some of the residents with offerings from her newly acquired Guild. Thanks for the advice on that one Sourdough.

Still, when was the last time any of you came across a really amazing bargain on a desirable instrument?