R Novelli / Coronado / 2015 / Surf Green / Guitar
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From up and coming Italian luthier, Raffaele Novelli, is this one off hand built guitar. It’s reminiscent of a Fender Coronado, particularly with the classic Surf Green Nitro finish, although with a smaller body and set neck it also has the feel of a Gibson ES336. Made from 25 year old solid Spruce, with a solid Maple neck, the guitar also features a hardwired PAF style humbucker, and centre block to reduce feedback. There are some very distinctive finishing touches - a 30 year old chromed horseshoe tailpiece, and chrome rivets running along the rims. It has a played look to the finish, which only adds to the vintage vibe. The tone is warm, with a rich punch to the mids and a real snap in the trebles. The neck is very comfortable, with a low easy playing action. As a relatively new luthier on the scene, this could be a great chance to buy one of Raffaele’s guitars before they become expensive.
Glenns Guitars, UK 
Welcome to Glenn's Guitars here on Vintage & Rare. After many years in the industry, and having been fortunate enough to have worked in Hanks and The Acoustic Centre - probably London's two foremost acoustic guitar shops - I decided to do my own thing.
I have a passion for used and vintage acoustic guitars; nearly new second hand guitars because they can represent a bargain compared to the price of a new guitar, older and vintage guitars because they tend to have more character and can often become an investment.
You will notice when viewing my stock list my taste in guitars, as I only sell guitars that I genuinely like - and there are certain brands noticeable by their absence. I am a huge fan of older Gibson, Martin and Guild acoustics, but also more boutique brands such as Lowden and Collings.
I will consider part exchange if it makes your desired guitar a little easier to afford. I also offer a guitar finding service, if there's something specific you're looking for.
If you are happy to buy over the internet, I will send you as many high resolution photos and as much information about the guitar you're interested in as I can. If you can get to me - I'm based in Enfield, only 30 minutes from London Liverpool Street Station - you can always make an appointment with me and come and try some of the guitars out first.
I accept payment by Paypal, bank transfer, cheque and of course cash.
