dalegregg

Thanks for all your input. Now, I've discovered another Gospel. It will cost me $1000 to acquire also, but is newer and in better cosmetic condition. It is a 1995, while the previous one is a 1993. Is there a significant difference between the two production years that should play into my decision? Are they structurally identical? If so, I'll buy the newer one. I have played the 1993 and it sounds like a Gibson should, very nice. I would not have the opportunity to play the 1995. Was there many "lemons" among the Gospels that I have to watch out for, or can I trust that this guitar, if undamaged, will sound like a Gospel should? I know that the '93 has a dove on the headstock, while the '95 might have the Fleur-de-lis on the headstock. I don't care, but only mention for identification purposes. I must say, I am infatuated with the '93 that I played, but the '95 looks nicer, less used, and priced the same, so ...?Any ideas, opinions, or reactions? Thanks in advance!

Stumbled on a Gibson Gospel reissue being sold at the store I buy strings from. They want $1000, after new strings, frets touch-up, action adjustment ... whatever they do. Significant checking on the top finish, but otherwise looks good. Sounds nice. I really like it. What should I look for to make sure I'm not getting burned? I've heard these have a plastic nut ... would it benefit greatly from having a bone nut? Is the bridge stable on these guitars? Is $1000 too much? What should I realistically expect to pay for a good-condition, functioning Gospel reissue? Can anybody offer some advice, please?