Originally Posted by: TeleDeVille3rd Stoned, it's yours to do with you what you wish, although I would reconsider the finish. I think it would bring great satisfaction to strap on a "new" guitar with that kind of heritage in it's soul.
I'm a little disappointed though that the article did not mention the most, if not exotic, then certainly enigmatic Gibson of that era, the Moderne. While I am not totally familiar with the facts regarding the production of this guitar, I thought they were known to exist prior the re-issue run of the early 80's.

Thanks for the input DeVille - I perhaps should consider alternative finishes. You're right - it does have some sweet soul in it - that's apparent even in its present unfinished state.

As for the Moderne, maybe that'll get covered in their next installment here. I'd like to know more too. It was, as I understand it, one of the "trinity" of exotics shown then and clearly the most mysterious and enigmatic of the lot.

thanks again!