I agree that it feels like "they" don't make them like that anymore, but it's not really true. "They" has changed from the big names to the small shops. Scores of small shop builders are crafting weird, wonderful, innovative, classy guitars. We are very far removed from when such guitars and builders created the standards of build quality and design, but just as many luthiers practice their art today, refining the designs given them by their forebears. Such refinement however is getting out of reach for the casual (and even the pro) musician as prices are not what they were once upon a time.

That said, the guitars at Momi are as drool worthy as any, new or old, because they represent the leading edge of a cultural force. They changed the world, like the automobile, and cheap electricity.

Today's "envelop pushers" you ask? Grit Laskin's flat-tops and inlays, John Zeildler's (RIP, this week!) guitars combining flat-top and arch-top features, G&L Strat and Tele refinements (locking bridge saddles etc), among others.

Peace, Mooh.