Charvel suggestions?

[fr0sty]

Hi folks. I Currently have a Charvel 3DR (firecrackle) and several pointy Carvins. I'm looking to get a higher quality USA Charvel. I don't have much experience with them, so I'm not sure where to start.

Can anyone recommend models?

thanks

[shreddermon]

Re: Charvel suggestions?

Well, if you want to buy new, the first few pages of this would be a great place to start.

2004 USA Charvel Price List

[fr0sty]

Re: Charvel suggestions?

Good point. I am looking to buy used 80's era stuff. That's whenI grew up and first started playing. Funny thing is I never liked the pointy stuff back then.

Thanks for the link though! I trying to find out what's considered quality/good/desirable on those era guitars.

[shreddermon]

Re: Charvel suggestions?

Well, pretty much everything was top-notch quality custom back then. (Charvels with "San Dimas" addressed neckplates.)

Any 80s Charvel with a "Fort Worth" addressed neckplate or a neckthrough was an import. You'll have better luck discussing them in the import area of the JCF.

[Chuckracer]

Re: Charvel suggestions?

If you are looking to get into 80's era USA Charvels, either strathead or pointies, be prepared to bring a BIG checkbook to the table and spend a lot of time learning the subtle differences between fakes, parts guitars, real ones, the market, whos's who in the game, etc.

Start with these sites:
www.sandimascharvel.com
www.jacksoncharvelworld.net/Home.html
www.jacksonmuseum.com/foreword.html

Also, check out http://pub82.ezboard.com/bcharvelcentral

Good luck on your just beginning journey! Your in for an education!

[Top Jimmy B]

Re: Charvel suggestions?

I'd start with what Chuck said and then work on getting comfortable grabbing your ankles. Worked for me.

[fr0sty]

Re: Charvel suggestions?

Ouch! I may need to rethink this...

[atomic charvel guy]

Re: Charvel suggestions?

although chuck exhibits a fine persona,
it is i, the king of overpaying for fakes, that you would like to converse with. [img]images/icons/grin.gif[/img]

the bad thing is i still will find a way to get boned with a smile. [img]images/icons/tongue.gif[/img]

[fr0sty]

Re: Charvel suggestions?

Not to come on too sappy with the compliments, but I think I'm going to enjoy this place. You all seem to have a unique humor and welcoming attitude.

Thanks for the smiles!

[RacerX]

Re: Charvel suggestions?

Originally posted by fr0sty:
seem to have a unique humor

<font size="2" face="Verdana, Helvetica, sans-serif">Somebody call me? [img]images/icons/grin.gif[/img]

[Chuckracer]

Re: Charvel suggestions?

I'm a jerk. The rest of them here are pretty cool!
Stay upwind of that Atomic Fruitcake feller and you'll be fine.

[atomic charvel guy]

Re: Charvel suggestions?

chuck doesn't ask for much.
i made a bong out of my head once, i'll guide you.