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Originally Posted by guitar george
Because the slightly used guitar might be perfect as to looks, feel, set-up tone etc. You have been able to check it out. Manufacturers might be consistent today, but, it is consistently not-so-good in my opinion. When I go to a guitar store, there are very few guitars that would be what I would want to buy. The chance of getting a really good one "in the mail" is pretty iffy. Pictures and words can never be a substitute for checking it out.
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True, but I found a killer D-18 in a local shop. Owner offered me 10% off, plus tax so I would have paid $2385. I ordered from a forum sponser and saved $500....that's a lot of dough and the guitar I got is even better than the one I played in the shop.
I totally get what you are saying, but the deals that can be had online make the risk worth it to me. I've ordered from the same sponsor multiple times and he must have a special deal with Martin and Taylor because his wood is stunning....wait...what?