jimmy_johnny
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Hello ....... New to Tokai [ Burny ] Forum:
I am interested in purchasing a Burny Les Paul, however this is a not a guitar I am familiar with. From researching the makes and models; I believe this to be a 1980 Burny. There is no identification on the headstock and most all of the distinguishing features seem to be present. It does not appear to be a sunburst-design of any color, but rather it is an overall blonde-maple finish with flames. I think it is either an FLG-150 or an FLG-240.
It is in overall great condition; however there are a couple of issues. One is that there is a fairly substantial dent on the bottom side of the guitar, located between the bouts. The other is that there seems to be a black-fill material surrounding most of the fretboard inlays, which I do not find attractive. There are just a couple of small dents or paint-chips on the back of the neck.
Otherwise; I think this is a great instrument, and seems to be solid. One thing in its favor is that it does have a Les-Paul type of case; although it does have a nine inch long rip in the covering on the back-side, but it appears to be able to be glued down. The case has the pink interior, with the tan colored exterior, although the name is not present on the case.
I am seeking an opinion of what a fair price is to pay for this instrument. I am trying to negotiate to own it for under $1,000, and I am hoping to be given some good information from people familiar with this item, and its collectible value compared to the Tokai, Greco, and other similar MIJ premium-quality instruments. Please let me know if the condition that it is in; not being mint, but in great condition warrants this kind of purchase-price.
The sooner I can make a decision as to what price I am willing to pay; then of course the better chance I have to purchase it while it is still available for sale. I look forward to receiving replies and information from the Forum Members.
Thank you, jimmy
I am interested in purchasing a Burny Les Paul, however this is a not a guitar I am familiar with. From researching the makes and models; I believe this to be a 1980 Burny. There is no identification on the headstock and most all of the distinguishing features seem to be present. It does not appear to be a sunburst-design of any color, but rather it is an overall blonde-maple finish with flames. I think it is either an FLG-150 or an FLG-240.
It is in overall great condition; however there are a couple of issues. One is that there is a fairly substantial dent on the bottom side of the guitar, located between the bouts. The other is that there seems to be a black-fill material surrounding most of the fretboard inlays, which I do not find attractive. There are just a couple of small dents or paint-chips on the back of the neck.
Otherwise; I think this is a great instrument, and seems to be solid. One thing in its favor is that it does have a Les-Paul type of case; although it does have a nine inch long rip in the covering on the back-side, but it appears to be able to be glued down. The case has the pink interior, with the tan colored exterior, although the name is not present on the case.
I am seeking an opinion of what a fair price is to pay for this instrument. I am trying to negotiate to own it for under $1,000, and I am hoping to be given some good information from people familiar with this item, and its collectible value compared to the Tokai, Greco, and other similar MIJ premium-quality instruments. Please let me know if the condition that it is in; not being mint, but in great condition warrants this kind of purchase-price.
The sooner I can make a decision as to what price I am willing to pay; then of course the better chance I have to purchase it while it is still available for sale. I look forward to receiving replies and information from the Forum Members.
Thank you, jimmy