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  • richardhomerrichardhomer Frets: 24339
    edited January 2015
    My belief is that 'new for old' in the insurance company's eyes would be another 'reasonable' far-eastern guitar, such as a Faith.

    I'm sure they would see going for something in the £800-£900 range as 'betterment' and would not pay out at that level. Their likely argument would be that a £500 guitar today is of similar quality to the damaged one. Given that the model you own is no longer available, it's a moot point as to what a 'suitable' new for old replacement is. They will probably go in 'specs' - rather than 'tone'....
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  • ICBMICBM Frets: 69426
    A Japanese-made Takamine might be close, too. Laminate back and sides, solid top, good electrics, very well made.

    "Take these three items, some WD-40, a vise grip, and a roll of duct tape. Any man worth his salt can fix almost any problem with this stuff alone." - Walt Kowalski

    "Just because I don't care, doesn't mean I don't understand." - Homer Simpson

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  • paulmapp8306paulmapp8306 Frets: 782
    edited January 2015
    richardhomer said:
    My belief is that 'new for old' in the insurance company's eyes would be another 'reasonable' far-eastern guitar, such as a Faith.

    I'm sure they would see going for something in the £800-£900 range as 'betterment' and would not pay out at that level. Their likely argument would be that a £500 guitar today is of similar quality to the damaged one. Given that the model you own is no longer available, it's a moot point as to what a 'suitable' new for old replacement is. They will probably go in 'specs' - rather than 'tone'....
    You are right of course,That was my exact thinking at the start of this escapade.  The Taylor 2 series fits the bill from a spec POV.  Same woods as mine, laminated back/sides as mine, off shore build .....  Thats the price point Im pushing for, though ultimately what will be settled is less obvious.

    I wont be that happy if I get less than I actually paid for it though.  OK things move on re construction and prices come down ---- but inflation goes up.  Well see.  The noises Im getting from the powers are that £800 is possible, if I can link a guitar at that price with the same spec - regardless of where its built, so Im hopeful of a reasonable outcome.  

    Ive linked to the Taylor, and Im sure there will be some negotiation around that.  There is the XS as well to come off whatever is agreed, so actual settlement will be lower anyway.

    Ultimately, Ill probably take whats offered, then source a used guitar that fits my needs.  Ill get more for my money at least.
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  • woodywoody Frets: 72
    Look at furch durango series as well.. id say they are cheaper than a 2 series taylor and they are real giant killers..
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