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Smokestack Guitars Limited are specialists & purveyors of the unique, boutique, elusive & off-beat!

Based in the North East (UK), we present a killer curation of some of the wildest and most unique six-string rarities around.

We currently ship to the UK, USA and Canada using expedited delivery services (see Shipping section below). All orders are prepared carefully prior to dispatch with heavy duty and shockproof packaging.

If you wish to have the guitar shipped to a different country please send us a message before placing an order and we should be able to help.

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PRS 2016 Private Stock DGT in Frostbite Fade with Quilt Maple Top, Stained Quilt Maple Fretboard w/Ebony Binding, Flame Maple Neck, Swamp Ash Back with Matching Backplates, Black PRS Tremolo + Phase III Locking Tuners & MOP with Paua Outline Bird Inlays

Serial: 233174

Mint Condition - This very guitar is the first PRS to feature a quilt maple fretboard stained to match its top!

| First-Ever Quilted Maple Fretboard Stained To Match Top | Quilted Maple Headstock Veneer | Ebony Fretboard & Headstock Binding | Curly Maple Wide Fat Neck | Curly Maple Top | Swamp Ash Back (Dog Hair Finish) | MOP Side Dots | Mother of Pearl w/Paua Outline Birds + Matching PS Eagle Headstock Inlay | Matching Swamp Ash Backplates | DGT Humbuckers | Black Phase III Locking Tuners w/Ebony Buttons | Black PRS Tremolo Bridge | High Gloss Nitro | Certificate of Authenticity | Private Stock Brown Leather Case |

Overview

We bring you something extremely special from the rarefied heights of PRS' Private Stock - this exquisite DGT in Frostbite Fade showcases the very pinnacle of craftsmanship, innovation and materials that Paul Reed Smith has to offer, culminating in a true heirloom-quality instrument.

If you are after a very special Private Stock and a unique piece of PRS history, then you need look no further! Not only is it one of the most aesthetically striking PRSs that we've ever witnessed, but this breathtaking DGT is a chance to own a Private Stock with the first-ever quilted maple fretboard stained to match the guitar's top! Now a highly desired feature, this is the one that started it all.

The monochrome aesthetics throughout look sensational, from the Frostbite Fade stain on the heavily quilted maple, the ebony binding on the fretboard and headstock to its Swamp Ash back with its wild contrasting black and white dog hair finish - the Private Stock team have gone "Way Down Deep" into "The Belly of The Beast" to realise this most incredible incarnation of David Grissom's perpetually sought-after signature model.

At Smokestack Guitars, it's no secret that the DGT is one of our favourites in the PRS line-up (in fact, a DGT in Yellow Tiger was the very first guitar we sold!). But it's not just us, Music Radar states that this model is "arguably the best PRS ever" - well, this guitar is the best DGT we've played ever. It cannot be emphasised enough just how nice it is playability-wise! Some truly transcendent sustain and resonance are the name of the game here, even unplugged notes just "Keep a Rollin' On"!

As the photographs attest, this guitar has been lovingly cared for. It is in mint condition throughout, having had only extremely light use since purchase. There are absolutely no chips, dings or scratches anywhere on the guitar. As it's from 2016, expect some very light patina and playwear, but after thorough inspection, there are no specific marks anywhere on the guitar to note. The frets are in excellent condition with only minor signs of usage - this guitar is practically a case queen!

It should be noted that this is a particularly lightweight DGT, weighing in at a comfortable 3.37kg (7.43lbs).

The case candy includes the Private Stock Certificate of Authenticity, PRS sticker, Operating Instructions manual, case key, allen keys, truss rod wrench, etc.

The original Private Stock leather hardshell case is included, with the MODCAT sticker still present on the side. Please note that the case has some light external wear from storage.

This DGT has come from one of the UK's very finest collections; as such, the case has been numbered "75" in marker pen on the front spine, between the two left-most latches (please see case pic).

Shipping information is available below. This Private Stock DGT is feature-packed - if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

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Consigned goods: Pre-owned item sold on behalf of a private client.

No VAT is charged and no VAT invoice is available.

See our other instruments for a stunning selection of the unique, boutique, elusive & off-beat!

Shipping

Delivery is via Parcelforce ExpressAM or ParcelForce Global Express/UPS Express (international orders*). Your order will be fully trackable and we aim to dispatch your instrument the next working day** (Mon. - Fri.) after cleared payment. UK, EU, USA & Canada delivery destinations only (more coming soon). We can't deliver to P.O. Boxes. In the unlikely event that there is damage to the item you must please notify us immediately on the day that you receive it.

*International orders may be subject to additional import charges, tariffs and/or taxes when they arrive in the country of destination - these are the sole responsibility of the buyer to pay.

**Please allow one additional working day for dispatch for any international orders

Local Pickup

If you are coming to collect a guitar from us please note that we require you to mark the item as received on Reverb before leaving (this is the only way Reverb will release your funds to us).

Packaging

Prior to shipment our guitars are extremely well packed ready for their journey. Many years of guitar shipping experience will make sure your instrument travels safely and securely to your door. 

Returns

Returns are allowed within 14 days from the date of you receiving delivery. Goods must be returned in the exact same condition that they were sent in and you must contact us beforehand to authorise a return. The buyer is responsible for any return postage costs and must insure the item to its full value to avoid loss.

Contact

If you have any questions about this guitar or our other listings please contact us through Reverb messages. We aim to get back to you within an hour but we can normally reply much quicker!