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Old 09-24-2018, 12:53 PM
Silly Moustache Silly Moustache is offline
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Originally Posted by Howard Emerson View Post
Hi all,
I spent a couple of hours at John Monteleone's shop yesterday afternoon, and recently John had the opportunity to 'retrieve' the very first archtop he ever built back in 1977. Up until then he'd been making flat tops and mandolins.

Herewith I give you the Monteleone Eclipse s/n 107!



It's in remarkably great condition for a 41 year old!

HE
yeah, a little thin on top and a silver beard, but looks pretty good for 41 ! ...and the guitar is very cool too!

Sorry couldn't resist!
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