1985 Hondo Fame Series 871 Flying V Bass (Samick Korea - Factory Grover Tuners)

Up for sale is a rare piece of 1980s rock and metal history: a 1985 Hondo Fame Series 871 Flying V Bass. This striking instrument features the iconic Randy Rhoads-style asymmetrical V body in a gloss black finish accented by aggressive factory red pinstriping.Manufactured during the golden era of the legendary Samick factory in South Korea(verified by the original factory gold foil model sticker and 1985 serial format on the headstock), this is a beautifully built player's tool. Unlike entry-level import models of the era, the Fame Series was Hondo's premium tier, coming stock with heavy-duty factory Grover tuners that ensure excellent tuning stability.Specs & Features:

• Year/Origin: August 1985, Samick, South Korea (Serial: 5080157)
• Scale Length: Comfortable 32-inch medium scale (perfectly balances out the traditional Flying V body shape to eliminate extreme neck dive)
• Electronics: DiMarzio-style P/J pickup layout for high-output classic thud and bridge growl
• Hardware: Factory black-anodized high-mass bridge and Grover machine heads

Condition:

"The bass is fully functioning and sounds fantastic. As expected for a 40-year-old V-shaped instrument, there are minor chips, edge dings, or finish scuffs on the pointy wingtips, but it remains structurally rock-solid with no cracks or repairs." ]

Accessories:

• Ships securely inside a flexible gig bag.

Shipping & Import Policies:

• Ships from Canada.
• Will be packed securely with proper protection. (Special care will be taken to isolate and heavily pad the pointed wingtips and headstock to guarantee it arrives safely).
• Buyer responsible for any applicable duties or import fees.
• United States buyers please contact for shipping and duties quote.