GotTheSilver Posted November 11, 2011 Posted November 11, 2011 I was in Fuller's Vintage Guitars in Houston last weekend looking at an array of beautiful Gibson acoustics. I mentioned to the sales guy (Sal) that I've always loved the aesthetic of the Southern Jumbo. Sal mentioned that they have ordered a special run of FVG 1942 and 1943 Southern Jumbos. They will have red spruce tops. Expected delivery is probably around February. I don't know any other specs, or what will be different between the 1942 and 1943 models, but I thought I would give a heads up to those who might be interested.
J-1854Me Posted November 12, 2011 Posted November 12, 2011 I have an '02 Fuller's '42 SJ rosewood re-issue, and it is a fine guitar for what it is. I had a very nice natural AJ at the time which I traded towards the SJ r/w; never looked back, as it "did" the rosewood round-shouldered slope with a bit more warmth than the AJ. (And I've never particularly cared for the aesthetic of the AJ...) It has the usual all-too-common Gibson goofiness, as you can see here with the incorrect logo: <sigh> Fortunately, she's a great sounding guitar, so I'm not stuck on the goofy logo! Fred
fp Posted November 12, 2011 Posted November 12, 2011 I was in Fuller's Vintage Guitars in Houston last weekend looking at an array of beautiful Gibson acoustics. I mentioned to the sales guy (Sal) that I've always loved the aesthetic of the Southern Jumbo. Sal mentioned that they have ordered a special run of FVG 1942 and 1943 Southern Jumbos. They will have red spruce tops. Expected delivery is probably around February. I don't know any other specs, or what will be different between the 1942 and 1943 models, but I thought I would give a heads up to those who might be interested. Did they mention the price on this SJ ?
GotTheSilver Posted November 12, 2011 Author Posted November 12, 2011 No, and I didn't really think to ask. Their signature reissues are usually priced pretty reasonably, though.
veggieryan Posted November 14, 2011 Posted November 14, 2011 I have 2 Fullers custom guitars, a 2001 L1 "Harlem Slim" and 12 fret Custom SJ... both are very unique and well made instruments with lots of personality... they seem to put a lot of heart into these custom runs they do.
BigKahune Posted November 14, 2011 Posted November 14, 2011 . GTS - thanks for the heads up. Looks like I'll be contacting Jeremy for more info. . B)
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