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James Patrick Lykens (bassment)
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Username: bassment

Post Number: 1
Registered: 3-2003
Posted on Sunday, March 23, 2003 - 8:07 pm:   Edit Post

I just bought an used '77 or '78 Series 1 with what is I guess a serial # of 964A. Could I get some info on this if possible. It is really amazing I was just wondering if I can find some production history...usual stuff. Thanks.
Mica Wickersham (mica)
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Username: mica

Post Number: 766
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Tuesday, March 25, 2003 - 4:02 pm:   Edit Post

Here's the information about 77-764A SSB

top & back: Persian Walnut
core: Mahogany
neck through body: Maple and Purpleheart short scale
fingerboard: Ebony with mother of pearl inlays
peghead veneers: Avodire & Zebrawood
originally sold to: Rothschild (our distributor at the time)
birthday: February 16, 1978
No repair or other history

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James Patrick Lykens (bassment)
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Username: bassment

Post Number: 4
Registered: 3-2003
Posted on Saturday, March 29, 2003 - 4:35 pm:   Edit Post

Great!

Thanks Mica! You have been a great help! Now I know what this beauty is made of. I thought it was a short scale when I saw it, but wasn't sure.
It could use some body work. What is the price to get it refurnished? I figure it isn't cheap. But I was just wondering.
Mica Wickersham (mica)
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Username: mica

Post Number: 797
Registered: 6-2000
Posted on Sunday, March 30, 2003 - 5:28 pm:   Edit Post

Refinishing runs about $950 these days. It includes carfeully sanding off the old paint and repainting the instrument with a clear gloss or satin rubout. We also include a fret mill if needed (or a discount on refretting if required) and clean all the brass parts, including refinishing the tailpiece.

You'll also get a discount on any other parts required for a full restoration (backplates, knobs, etc) if you get them while we're doing the refinishing. Count on the instrument being away for a good 8-10 weeks as the finishing process takes the longest of any operation.

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