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Guitar Discussions -> My Antoria dilemma
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My Antoria dilemma - Champagne Charlie - 18:43 15-11-05
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I have this old Antoria Les Paul copy. It's black and played by my old man
for about 20 years. He says he got it 30 years ago. I was given it by him a
some time ago and never really played it much, but now wish I had done.
Tonight, I tore it apart as I just wanted rid of it...'I wish I had left it
alone as he will wonder what became of it. The thing is, do you think that
this guitar is worth restoring? The pickups are called Super 70s and are
excellent in tonal range and power, akin to the DiMarzio "blues bucker"
(can't reacall their correct name). The neck is really fast with a low
action. Everything works fine with the exception of the selector switch. I
can put it all back together again no probs, but thought if I added some new
hardware it might be better. Maybe some original Seymour D pickups and new
bridge, stopbar and tuners. I can't make up my mind what to do, but if
anyone thinks a restoration of an old Antoria LP is worth it, could you
suggest what I might do to improve on it as it is/was. I think the gold
plating has gone, but is there a way to re-do this or would I have to buy
all new parts? The guitar is a sturdy instrument and very playable. Yes, I
know it's in bits, but that's not a big deal as I would rebuild it if I
thought it worth it. Is it worth it?
Pic of the guitar :-
http://groups.msn.com/antoria/antoriaalbumcatalogue.msnw?action=ShowPhoto&PhotoID=288
Don't laugh! Please! Well, maybe just a lil bit!
C.C.
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Re: My Antoria dilemma - Boyd Williamson - 14:53 17-11-05
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