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Originally Posted by PattGMC

...So, any recommendations?
Im also accustomed to buying used when I can.

Hi Patt…
First of all, Hello and welcome to the forum!

Your Art&Lutherie is a cousin of the Seagull (built by the same company perhaps in the same building). They are a great mid-range line and perhaps the best value for the money. The Seagull S-6 is a much-loved-standard-guitar which resides in many households even though better guitars are acquired for a good reason...great little guitars.

Of the ones suggested, if you are willing to be patient and buy used the Larrivees are the one of the best bangs for the buck. You might have to up your price point a touch, but it would likely be worth it.

It really would be a step up from where you are now - perhaps a few steps.

Welcome to the group...