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Found another one on Reverb and couldn't resist! 2001 Gibson ES-135 in Cherry Red. This one has stacked p100s and tulip knobs with Kluson deluxe tuners.

Thanks guys, they actually sound quite similar due to the fact that they both have the similar pickups but they play differently. The Midtown has that shorter Byrdland scale length bound neck while the 135's unbound neck feels much thinner and seems to play faster. I like that they're not your usual everyday models.

(Left) 2013 Midtown Kalamazoo "Smokey", (Right) 2002 ES-135 "Bandit" They both play as good as they look!😎

Will do! I'm curious myself to explore both differences and similarities. They definitely make a dynamic duo.

Here's three! Life's Been Good by Joe Walsh, Johnny B. Goode by Chuck Berry and Stranglehold by Ted Nugent had a huge influence on my formative playing.

Thanks bro!

Thanks gents! Just found an original ad for this model. Pretty cool😎

From what I know the Gibson ES-135 was not produced with a neck binding.

Do you keep your straps on your guitars when their stored in their case or hanging on wall mounts? Also, do you generally wear one at home when noodling? Thanks!

Very cool indeed, thanks for sharing!

Just purchased this guitar today, arriving next week! Does anyone else know much about this model? If so please share your thoughts and experiences. Thanks! And yes, I'm the guy who just recently bought a 2013 Gibson Midtown Kalamazoo. Life's good!

Thanks man, i'm totally in love with her!😍

Nice work so far, looking forward to seeing the end result...

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Did you hear the one about the runway model who was run over by a plane?😂

I guess I consider sound part of playability as it's also somewhat dependent on the Amp or pedals and such. Feel refers to the overall feel of the guitar around your neck or on your lap ie; body shape, weight, contours while playability is more a matter of fretboard material, action, neck profile, radius, etc. These factors contribute greatly to how well the guitar performs. It ain't rocket science, folks! Lol

I like that one bro! "Who owns who?" I often equate a guitar collection to owning classic cars. They're built to drive but also deserve to be properly taken care of. I try to wash my hands before playing and wipe it down afterwards but not always. Honesty, sometimes I'm too wasted to remember but that's rock-n-roll! I believe that there's basically three factors to consider when acquiring a guitar. Looks, feel, and playability. Notice looks comes first? Sounds shallow but much like a woman, that initial attraction is a key factor. Since all three are subjective let's be glad there are so many makes and models out there to choose from. I've owned many new and old over the years and definitely feel that "mojo" on certain vintage guitars but then again there's also nothing quite like a brand spanking new one!

At the moment I'm down to four guitars and play them all regularly and treat them with loving care. Two on locking wall mounts and two on floor stands. I realize changes in humidity etc. can take their toll on an instrument but I'm willing to risk it in order to have them all within reach. Plus I must admit, they're also quite a feast for the eyes!!

That's a good point about "Relics." Some folks will pay an exorbitant amount of money on one that looks like it's been through a world war!

Yes indeed, thanks! Thanks to Austin i got to see her torn down and reassembled. Something i would never do to mine! Lol

Dings, dents, scratches, blemishes... how much do these things bother you? Okay, so your brand new guitar arrives and naturally your thrilled. You unbox it with the care of heart surgeon and inspect it. Perfecto! Absolutely stunning. A few days later you're wearing it, strap locks and all and jamming out. You're parched and stroll over to the fridge to grab a frosty beverage and oops! The headstock hits the refrigerator door and leaves a nasty ding. Do you get incredibly upset and let loose with a cascade of F-bombs or simply take it in stride? I suppose if you play your guitar regularly with gusto, wear and tear is inevitable. I mean it's a tool not a work of art right? Quite frankly it's both. So, what are your thoughts on the subject? Also any thoughts on daily storage, for instance wall mounts, stands, cases? What's your preference? Thanks! Personally, I try my best to treat mine with extra loving care but then again, accidents happen. I've heard some say after the first ding they can relax!

Thanks man, she plays like a dream!❤

Thanks so much!

Thanks guys, here she is and in mint condition no less! Couldn't be happier. They only made 600 worldwide so it's a very limited edition indeed. I'm actually loving the shorter scale length. Plays fast and easier to finger chords that normally require stretching out those digits. Anyway, this thing a truly a one of a kind work of art. I don't believe that it's ever been played, looks brand new. Not a scratch or blemish to be found and came with all original case candy. Lastly, the thing sounds incredible! The tone knobs are push/pull for coil splitting and came stock with Grover locking tuners aaaaand it smells like vanilla! LOL

Awesome, thanks!