As I have mentioned several times here on the OSG, I tend to prefer vintage spec Fenders in Classic Custom colors. Having said that, I really like my OW AVRI62 JM, but have been very attracted to the Mystic Seafoam American Professional Jazzmaster with the maple neck since its release. A different JM for sure, but I like the specs, really love how they play, and think that particular color with maple neck is as pretty as anything Fender has ever produced. I have come very close to buying one several times but never did. Recently I discovered that the AmPro line is being suspended or discontinued - at least certain models, and the Mystic Seafoam Jazzmaster has disappeared from the regular Fender product line.
Anyway............Last week I stopped into my nearest (140 miles away) Guitar Center, as I frequently do as I travel about the northeast. In talking to a rep(Matt) that I have gotten to know there over the years, I mentioned the recently discontinued AmPro JM that I liked. He said GC sometimes did great unadvertised closeout deals and started searching GC inventory on his computer. My lucky day! Only found one on closeout (in Texas)...........said the price was $866.97!!!!!! I couldn't say "ship it" fast enough!!!
It came today and is in flawless new condition, except for a couple of things - someone had previously "harvested" the witch hat knobs, and the trem arm was missing (both of which we were aware of). They immediately ordered both items to ship directly to me. It came with the COA and everything else though. So, I have the inconvenience of waiting for the missing parts, but its a very small penalty for the terrific price!
As icing on the cake, so to speak, I decided to see what GC might give me for a used Gretsch G5120 Electromatic I don't play anymore. I was pleasantly surprised to be offered close to what I had paid for it. Sold!!!! Matt @ GC was great to deal with in all of this.
Sorry for the long ramble, but I am extremely pleased with this NGD............that just sorta happened
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