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I just came across this video. I have a story to tell you. Recently, I have been thinking I would like to learn how to play guitar. Well, I knew my grandfather played guitar, and before he passed away, he gave one of his guitars to my mom. My grandfather grew up in Montgomery, Alabama. One of his best friends growing up was Hank Williams Senior. One of his aunts gave him a guitar when he was about 12 years old or so. They guitar they gave him was that exact guitar you are playing. I have been sitting here trying to figure out what year it is, and now I am pretty sure it is a 1933 based on what I am seeing. It is the black version with the white pickguard. It is sitting right next to me as I type this. When my grandfather was growing up he had his own band, and Hank had his own band as well. They would travel around playing county fairs and different things like that, and more times than not, my grandfathers band would beat Hank's band and win those competitions. At one point Hank asked my grandfather if he could join his band. When my grandfather ended up meeting the girl that would eventually become my grandmother, he stepped away from the band because he did not think that a married man with kids should be traveling around constantly, away from his family. Hank went on to become famous. I think I am going to teach myself how to play on this Gibson.
I can't remember WHERE I read or saw the following info, but it may pertain to this run of guitars. What I remember learning is that Gibson was once commissioned to run a special lot of L-00's for Montgomery Ward (or some other specific retailer) which were marketed by the retailer as a"cowboy" type guitar, or something of that nature. So I am now thinking that this peculiar L-00 may be part of a lot that that was commissioned by a retailor.
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My theory: The HG-20 and 22 were a commercial flop and were discontinued in 1933. Gibson still had some of the tops and sides left and put them to use for L-00s.
Thomas, Thanks Again for Watching & For Your Comment. As George mentions, near the end of this episode, this incredibly rare "body design" of the L-00 is in his = Private Collection. That pretty much means it's SO RARE that no other guitars like it, exist. We have personally seen MANY of the incredibly unique "uber-rare" guitars & prototype models in George's Personal Collection & it is just Amazing. He, also, mentions that Vince Gill (a very good & close friend of George's) told George that he wanted to buy this particular L-OO so the "price" would probably be a = Gentlemen's Agreement, between them. We are going to ask George, directly, for you and will have his reply posted back to the video within the next few days. Stay Tuned for George's Answer! Sincerely, The Musician Network (TMNtv)
Hello Thomas, As we had promised - yesterday - here is George's direct reply to your Viewer Question: "A standard 1930 L-00 Gibson in fine original condition will typically sell for close to $4500. The unusually shaped 1933 model featured in the video is so rare that it is hard to apply normal standards of supply, demand, or prior precedent in an evaluation, but, in my opinion, it would be worth about $5500 in fine condition. George" There you go! Thanks for Watching & For Your Comment! Stay Tuned, The Musician Network (TMNtv)
+Thomas Tommy Hello Thomas, As we had promised - yesterday - here is George's direct reply to your Viewer Question: "A standard 1930 L-00 Gibson in fine original condition will typically sell for close to $4500. The unusually shaped 1933 model featured in the video is so rare that it is hard to apply normal standards of supply, demand, or prior precedent in an evaluation, but, in my opinion, it would be worth about $5500 in fine condition. George" There you go! Thanks for Watching & For Your Comment! Stay Tuned, The Musician Network (TMNtv)
@@TMNTV This rare body design, is that called a "parlor" version? Because if it is, I have one. Black with white pick guard. I am the guy that posted above just one week ago. I sent you guys an email.
Dan, Thanks Very Much for Watching! Your Answer is: Vince Gill! If you don't know who Vince Gill is.....you need to get out more! Thanks for Watching and Please Make Sure to Subscribe if you haven't already & Stay Tuned! Sincerely, The Musician Network (TMNtv)
Dan, that was actually a joke.....please take NO offense. Sorry. And, George mentions this at the very end of the clip....Also, We ***really*** appreciate you Watching & Your Comment!! Please know this!! Some peeps here on TH-cam might NOT know who Vince Gill is and they SHOULD....You Know? Anyhow, thanks again for Watching & We Are Honored that You Liked the Video! Thanks again & there's Much More to Come, Soon, with George's Show! Sincerely, Russ Gaines, Founder & CEO, The Musician Network (TMNtv)
All`s good on my end, Thanks Russ! Sometimes I just get hypnotized by how George talks about these vintage guitars that I sometimes miss stuff he says. He has encyclopedic knowledge on guitars. I`m your number one fan
These little videos are a masterclass in guitar history!
Wow 21000 views and no dislikes, this is rare case and only genuine people watched and loved it.
I love my '34 L-00 sunburst. It fills the room with sound!
George please keep these videos going. You are without a doubt the foremost authority when it comes to vintage guitars
Thanks so much for your Great Comment and For Watching! Don't Worry......there are PLENTY of NEW GRUHN Episodes to Come! We have just released, as of a few minutes ago....A Brand New Episode to Begin the Memorial Day Holiday Weekend! We hope you enjoy it as much as we did in creating it! Thanks Again for Watching & Please Make Sure to Subscribe, if you haven't already & Stay Tuned! Sincerely, The Musician Network (TMNtv)
I just came across this video. I have a story to tell you. Recently, I have been thinking I would like to learn how to play guitar. Well, I knew my grandfather played guitar, and before he passed away, he gave one of his guitars to my mom. My grandfather grew up in Montgomery, Alabama. One of his best friends growing up was Hank Williams Senior. One of his aunts gave him a guitar when he was about 12 years old or so. They guitar they gave him was that exact guitar you are playing. I have been sitting here trying to figure out what year it is, and now I am pretty sure it is a 1933 based on what I am seeing. It is the black version with the white pickguard. It is sitting right next to me as I type this. When my grandfather was growing up he had his own band, and Hank had his own band as well. They would travel around playing county fairs and different things like that, and more times than not, my grandfathers band would beat Hank's band and win those competitions. At one point Hank asked my grandfather if he could join his band. When my grandfather ended up meeting the girl that would eventually become my grandmother, he stepped away from the band because he did not think that a married man with kids should be traveling around constantly, away from his family. Hank went on to become famous. I think I am going to teach myself how to play on this Gibson.
Dollar Bill Lucky man you are to have such a great guitar , a gift to be treasured
@@billyjoechambers8494 Thanks.
Wow! First time to hear George pick. Very well done sir!
Beautiful guitar
Thank you for the wonderful history lesson, love the small bodied Gibby's.
I can't remember WHERE I read or saw the following info, but it may pertain to this run of guitars. What I remember learning is that Gibson was once commissioned to run a special lot of L-00's for Montgomery Ward (or some other specific retailer) which were marketed by the retailer as a"cowboy" type guitar, or something of that nature. So I am now thinking that this peculiar L-00 may be part of a lot that that was commissioned by a retailor.
Lon Fahs You are probably right. Thanks for your comment & thanks for watching. Please make sure to Subscribe, too. Sincerely, The Musician Network (TMNtv)
Love George's playing
Newton, Thanks So Much for Watching & for Your VERY Kind Comment! George did play ***Incredibly*** Well during this Episode & We appreciate you noticing that! Please make sure to Subscribe (if you haven't already) and Stay Tuned for Much More from the Gruhn Show! Sincerely & With Very Best Regards, Russ Gaines, Founder & CEO, The Musician Network (TMNtv)
waoooo! saunds amazing
Old time country picking. For those that don't know the history of guitar picking
Mr. Natural actually plays the piece in possession.
My theory: The HG-20 and 22 were a commercial flop and were discontinued in 1933. Gibson still had some of the tops and sides left and put them to use for L-00s.
What's the prices on these Guitars?
Thomas, Thanks Again for Watching & For Your Comment. As George mentions, near the end of this episode, this incredibly rare "body design" of the L-00 is in his = Private Collection. That pretty much means it's SO RARE that no other guitars like it, exist. We have personally seen MANY of the incredibly unique "uber-rare" guitars & prototype models in George's Personal Collection & it is just Amazing. He, also, mentions that Vince Gill (a very good & close friend of George's) told George that he wanted to buy this particular L-OO so the "price" would probably be a = Gentlemen's Agreement, between them. We are going to ask George, directly, for you and will have his reply posted back to the video within the next few days. Stay Tuned for George's Answer! Sincerely, The Musician Network (TMNtv)
Hello Thomas, As we had promised - yesterday - here is George's direct reply to your Viewer Question:
"A standard 1930 L-00 Gibson in fine original condition will typically sell for close to $4500. The unusually shaped 1933 model featured in the video is so rare that it is hard to apply normal standards of supply, demand, or prior precedent in an evaluation, but, in my opinion, it would be worth about $5500 in fine condition. George"
There you go!
Thanks for Watching & For Your Comment!
Stay Tuned,
The Musician Network (TMNtv)
+Thomas Tommy Hello Thomas, As we had promised - yesterday - here is George's direct reply to your Viewer Question:
"A standard 1930 L-00 Gibson in fine original condition will typically sell for close to $4500. The unusually shaped 1933 model featured in the video is so rare that it is hard to apply normal standards of supply, demand, or prior precedent in an evaluation, but, in my opinion, it would be worth about $5500 in fine condition. George"
There you go!
Thanks for Watching & For Your Comment!
Stay Tuned,
The Musician Network (TMNtv)
@@TMNTV This rare body design, is that called a "parlor" version? Because if it is, I have one. Black with white pick guard. I am the guy that posted above just one week ago. I sent you guys an email.
Great video - Maybe the one with the white pick guard is a Japanese copy?
Who wanted to buy it?
Dan, Thanks Very Much for Watching! Your Answer is: Vince Gill! If you don't know who Vince Gill is.....you need to get out more! Thanks for Watching and Please Make Sure to Subscribe if you haven't already & Stay Tuned! Sincerely, The Musician Network (TMNtv)
I didn't hear George say Vince Gill. I must have missed that part. You don't have to get rude, I was just asking
Dan, that was actually a joke.....please take NO offense. Sorry. And, George mentions this at the very end of the clip....Also, We ***really*** appreciate you Watching & Your Comment!! Please know this!! Some peeps here on TH-cam might NOT know who Vince Gill is and they SHOULD....You Know? Anyhow, thanks again for Watching & We Are Honored that You Liked the Video! Thanks again & there's Much More to Come, Soon, with George's Show! Sincerely, Russ Gaines, Founder & CEO, The Musician Network (TMNtv)
All`s good on my end, Thanks Russ! Sometimes I just get hypnotized by how George talks about these vintage guitars that I sometimes miss stuff he says. He has encyclopedic knowledge on guitars. I`m your number one fan
nice
Looks like a mini J-35...
lottle less talk more strumming
You're betraying your German roots with your socks-and-sandals schtick, George.....