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2016 Collings D1 SB Varnish

Amazing Mahogany/Sitka dreadnought from Collings, with the coveted varnish finish that is no longer offered. Does it make a difference in the tone? Yes. (in my humble opinion). A lot more nuance to the overtones and it is more open/responsive. These specs are more similar to the current D1T (traditional) series that Collings makes now-a-days.

This is a used guitar, but not abused. I've taken some very honest pictures of the strange sparkling of the finish around the bridge area, as well as the belt buckle scratches on the back. It is interesting how you can only see some of these flaws in certain lighting -- you'll notice that I took a flattering picture and an unflattering picture of the same area for comparison. You can also see the fret wear (especially B string) to get an idea of mileage. Priced to sell, but this is one I am half tempted to keep... so buy it before I change my mind!

Upgrades from a standard D1 are: Sunburst, Varnish, rope purfling, fingerboard binding/purfling, peghead binding/purfling, vintage thru-cut Saddle, tortoise tuning keys, Dalmatian pickguard. These all added up to be quite expensive in 2016. There is a K&K Pure Mini pickup installed, as well as a tasteful tortoise strap button on the heel.

Standard 1 11/16" Nut Width, 2 3/16" bridge spacing, Serial #26252

Honduran Mahogany back/sides, Sitka Spruce top

Ships with deluxe Collings TKL Hardshell case (black tolex with green velvet lining)

(you can search for my luthier site Bruce Guitars online, which Reverb wont let me include a hyperlink)



Listed2 months ago
Condition
Brand
Model
  • D1
Finish
  • Varnish
Categories
Year
  • 2016
Made In
  • United States
Pickup
  • None
String Type
  • Steel
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Dreadnought
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Active Preamp
  • No
Number of Frets
  • 20

About the Seller

Bruce Guitars (fka. Bruce & Sons Guitars)

Omaha, NE, United States
(42)
Joined Reverb:2016
Items Sold:18
Product Reviews
2016 Collings D1 SB Varnish (fully bound FB & Peghead)
2016 Collings D1 SB Varnish (fully bound FB & Peghead)
Originally $6,675, now $5,999 ($676 price drop)
$676 price drop

About This Listing

2016 Collings D1 SB Varnish

Amazing Mahogany/Sitka dreadnought from Collings, with the coveted varnish finish that is no longer offered. Does it make a difference in the tone? Yes. (in my humble opinion). A lot more nuance to the overtones and it is more open/responsive. These specs are more similar to the current D1T (traditional) series that Collings makes now-a-days.

This is a used guitar, but not abused. I've taken some very honest pictures of the strange sparkling of the finish around the bridge area, as well as the belt buckle scratches on the back. It is interesting how you can only see some of these flaws in certain lighting -- you'll notice that I took a flattering picture and an unflattering picture of the same area for comparison. You can also see the fret wear (especially B string) to get an idea of mileage. Priced to sell, but this is one I am half tempted to keep... so buy it before I change my mind!

Upgrades from a standard D1 are: Sunburst, Varnish, rope purfling, fingerboard binding/purfling, peghead binding/purfling, vintage thru-cut Saddle, tortoise tuning keys, Dalmatian pickguard. These all added up to be quite expensive in 2016. There is a K&K Pure Mini pickup installed, as well as a tasteful tortoise strap button on the heel.

Standard 1 11/16" Nut Width, 2 3/16" bridge spacing, Serial #26252

Honduran Mahogany back/sides, Sitka Spruce top

Ships with deluxe Collings TKL Hardshell case (black tolex with green velvet lining)

(you can search for my luthier site Bruce Guitars online, which Reverb wont let me include a hyperlink)



Listed2 months ago
Condition
Brand
Model
  • D1
Finish
  • Varnish
Categories
Year
  • 2016
Made In
  • United States
Pickup
  • None
String Type
  • Steel
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Dreadnought
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Active Preamp
  • No
Number of Frets
  • 20

About the Seller

Bruce Guitars (fka. Bruce & Sons Guitars)

Omaha, NE, United States
(42)
Joined Reverb:2016
Items Sold:18
Product Reviews

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