Riffster Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 A while back on Henry's forum I suggested to fit Natural Explorers with classic 57's since that color Explorer seems to appeal more to "classic rockers" than metal fans. Well I don't know if this is sort of a response to that or just a coincidence. I could not find the model on the Gibson website. http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/product/Gibson-Custom-Mahogany-Explorer-Electric-Guitar?sku=527156 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dem00n Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 Aw ****, those things look so great. Now its SG vs Explorer in my mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MojoRedFoot Posted October 23, 2010 Share Posted October 23, 2010 For some reason I really dislike the Black/Gold hardware. All the others look fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotrod128z Posted October 24, 2010 Share Posted October 24, 2010 I have a mahogany body Explorer, love love love it to death!!! Mine is an old one though and no 57's in her. Oh yeah, mine also has a maple neck ;0) I would so love to check out one of the new mahogany ones, they look sweet!! hotrod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riffster Posted October 24, 2010 Author Share Posted October 24, 2010 Well the normal Explorer from the USA line is still in production, this "Mahogany" model is a Custom Shop model and looks to have the '58 specs minus the Korina wood hence they are calling it Mahogany...and look at the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MojoRedFoot Posted October 24, 2010 Share Posted October 24, 2010 Well the normal Explorer from the USA line is still in production, this "Mahogany" model is a Custom Shop model and looks to have the '58 specs minus the Korina wood hence they are calling it Mahogany...and look at the price. Yeah, the price is not that bad. It SHOULD be closer to the regular explorer since same woods etc...I'm sure these don't cost much more to make, if at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riffster Posted October 24, 2010 Author Share Posted October 24, 2010 The body seems to be one piece by looking at the Cherry Faded color pics, that's about the only thing that should make it a little pricier. also, notice the lower bout tip is more rounded than a current production Explorer, you can see tell by the pickguard contour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cabba2203 Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 Nice, but I don't like where they moved the strap buttons, especially the front button. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riffster Posted October 25, 2010 Author Share Posted October 25, 2010 Yea, the strap buttons are on the 1958 styling as well. I am not a big fan of strap buttons on the back of the neck but when you have to you have to. That is a pretty sharp angle on that strap button even with strap locks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrktwn Posted October 28, 2010 Share Posted October 28, 2010 Man, Id be willing to bet this something made for the Japanese market. Most detailed write-ups of the thing seem to be in Japanese. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowb5str Posted November 16, 2010 Share Posted November 16, 2010 Why, at that price, didn't they do nicer inlays on the fretboard? Is anyone else but me bothered? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dem00n Posted November 16, 2010 Share Posted November 16, 2010 Why, at that price, didn't they do nicer inlays on the fretboard? Is anyone else but me bothered? Nope, thats how they were in 58 if im correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laaz Posted November 17, 2010 Share Posted November 17, 2010 All Historic's come at a premium. Here's one for a much better price. 2008 Historic Explorer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowb5str Posted November 23, 2010 Share Posted November 23, 2010 Nope, thats how they were in 58 if im correct. I believe you! But what about Custom Shop? Are they stuck in "only 58 style-dot" fretboards will sell? If so, why? We've had LP Standard since then and SG Standard since '62, so why not better inlays @ CS? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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