The Loars are very good "raw materials" instruments. Expect them to need a setup, add that as part of your budget.
The 600/700 series is all solid wood, sounds a good deal better than the 300 series, and there seems to be more care in the quality control department...a used 600 would fit your criteria nicely.
Keep in mind, they do have a very "vintagy" V shaped neck.
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