He took cues from collectors of the original instruments as well as working guitar players that still used the vintage Electras. During this time he built guitar prototypes, generated several possible business models, and consulted with Electra Guitars enthusiasts all over the world.

It would take Ben three years to navigate various requirements to obtain the trademark. He commenced a trademark search to find the brand’s current owner and an effort to acquire the brand to bring these great guitars back to the market. Having worked with Electra Guitars in the 80’s, Ben remembered how cool and innovative they were. In 2009, Music Industry veteran and former head luthier at Dean Guitars, Ben Chafin was dissatisfied with the state of the electric guitar market. Although seperated by thirty years from the brands departure from the scene, the origins of the original Electra Guitars and the new company bore a striking resemblance. It’s hard to believe it was just eight months earlier that Electra offically launched their comeback. Boxes,APO FPO addresses pay exact shipping, please ask for a quote before bidding/buying.In November 2013, Electra Guitars was ranked as “The #1 Small Guitar Company Making Big Moves” by MMR Magazine. This is a Vintage Electra 2236 Wedge Flying V Guitar.Same model as James Hetfield of Metallicas early Electra used in the early days of Metallica.Previous owner replaced the tuners with Schallers like Hetfield did.Also looks like back of the neck was oversprayed under the headstock, cannot tell if it was a repaired finish crack or made to look like that,(please see the pictures of that area)Looks like a very old repair to me.Action is low and guitar plays Fantastic.There is wear on the bottom sides of the headstock from sitting on a guitar hanger.Bridge pickup is an older Dimarzio,Neck pickup appears to be vintage Matsumoku Japan humbucker.There is some wear on the edges and points here and there, nicks(there are a couple of them pictured.Sold As You See it as is.Comes with the original Electra Hardshell Case.Case has normal wear,edgewear etc.Hard to find these anymore.Please look at all the pictures.SOLD AS IS.ALL SALES FINAL.NO RETURNS.US Shipping is to Lower 48 states to a Physical Street Address.Hawaii,Alaska,Puerto Rico,US P.O.

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