Grover Jackson Soloist Standard HH 1993 on Reverb - opinions?

[Aswang]

Hi everyone,
Super-interested in getting my first Japanese Jackson. Currently I only own a couple of Indonesian-made Jacksons and I'm hoping this would be a big step up in terms of quality. What does everyone think?
https://reverb.com/item/40877401-...rd-hh-1993-pvw

[pianoguyy]

that is absolutely going to be a step up in quality

But, just to toss this out there -
that is not just a MIJ, that is made in Japan for sale in Japan

[Aswang]

that is absolutely going to be a step up in quality

But, just to toss this out there -
that is not just a MIJ, that is made in Japan for sale in Japan

Oh wow - I guess that makes it rarer than its contemporary overseas models then. Cool!

[john.w.lawson]

Oh wow - I guess that makes it rarer than its contemporary overseas models then. Cool!

There is a surge of made for japan models on ebay. Yes it would be better quality but personally I would not pay 1700 + tax + probably 200 shipping for for anything that didn't say made in the USA and have ebony and mop everything. Just my opinion.

[Aswang]

There is a surge of made for japan models on ebay. Yes it would be better quality but personally I would not pay 1700 + tax + probably 200 shipping for for anything that didn't say made in the USA and have ebony and mop everything. Just my opinion.

True, but it's only 1690 in Australian dollars =) About the same price that a Professional series Soloist XL (which the seller states is the closest model in the Professional series at the time) in not as good condition sold for recently. So it seems that the price is fair https://www.ebay.com/itm/90-s-Jackso...ZWEHsSi3PH0MTY

Also, I'm pretty sure it has MOP inlays. And luckily for me, I prefer rosewood over ebony.

[pianoguyy]

Everything in Australia is expensive.
It's that whole island thing.

[john.w.lawson]

Oh wow - I guess that makes it rarer than its contemporary overseas models then. Cool!

Oh + customs and duties, it will be over the two thousand dollar mark easily.

Quick question How has the binding yellowed and the paint is pearly white? Hardware is spotless

[Aswang]

Oh + customs and duties, it will be over the two thousand dollar mark easily.

Quick question How has the binding yellowed and the paint is pearly white? Hardware is spotless

How much are customs and duties? I've never actually imported a guitar before.

I'm guessing that because the materials are different (ivoroid binding and clear top coat vs PVW body finish and clear top coat), they've aged differently.

[Aswang]

Everything in Australia is expensive.
It's that whole island thing.

So I've heard! Although the similarly priced sold Soloist XL I posted a link to was from Pennsylvania, USA.

[ed]

so i am guessing you are not located in australia then. I would most definitely ask how much the shipping costs are since if its a private seller shipping can be alot. Also the customs and crap ontop of that.

[Mudlark]

It's showing $1650 Canadian for me plus free shipping. So, $1370ish USD. That's not cheap, but I'd call it reasonable if money isn't an issue.

The build quality has the potential to rival a high end guitar. Gotoh tuners, Schaller bridge and pretty good shape.
Cool old case and original paper-work. Certainly a model you ain't gonna see often in the Western world.

If it reaches it's potential, I wouldn't regret anyone telling me I overpaid a couple/few hundred since I'd have a pro quality, somewhat unique model that has tons of character.

[ed]

Yes the price says free shipping but in the description it says:

About This Listing



SHIPPING NOT INCLUDED – CONTACT ME FOR A QUOTE BEFORE PURCHASING, THANK YOU

[Mudlark]

Missed that.
I should note: I wouldn't offer him full price. I'll bet the seller knows guitars aren't flying off the shelves these days.
Be friendly and negotiate, you may save a lot. Or, not.

[john.w.lawson]

Same guitar

https://www.ebay.com/itm/30401315418...8AAOSwXU1gsOuu

[pianoguyy]

If you are not in Australia, I wouldn't touch anything from Australia.