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Bo

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815c Specs
« on: March 19, 2017, 01:06:47 AM »
Does anyone know where I can find specs on a '97 815c?  I am looking at one for sale in my area and don't know much about them.  Any opinions from a current or former owner of one would also be appreciated.  Also thoughts on fair pricing.
Thanks!
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Re: 815c Specs
« Reply #1 on: March 19, 2017, 01:59:53 AM »
taylor was able to give me specs over the phone. do you have the serial #? that will help them.
1995 912C - englemann/eir
2009 xxxv-p - sitka/madagascar
2010 414ce - sitka/ovangkol (made on my wedding day!)
2011 914ce - cedar/eir
2014 martin 000-28 custom - adi/cocobolo
2017 BTO GC 12 fret - lutz/cocobolo
2019 BTO GC 12 fret - cedar/cocobolo
2019 sheeran w03 - cedar/santos rosewood
2019 lowden s35 12 fret - driftwood cedar/cocobolo
2020 lowden s35 12 fret alpine spruce/madagascar
2023 lowden wee wl-35 12 fret - driftwood cedar/madagascar
2023 martin 00-28 modern deluxe - sitka/eir

Bo

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Re: 815c Specs
« Reply #2 on: March 20, 2017, 12:36:45 AM »
Thanks zeebow.  The guitar is in another state, so the serial number is not readily available at the moment.  But calling Taylor is a good idea.  Thanks

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Re: 815c Specs
« Reply #3 on: March 20, 2017, 12:52:33 AM »
Thanks zeebow.  The guitar is in another state, so the serial number is not readily available at the moment.  But calling Taylor is a good idea.  Thanks

michaelw wanted me to pass this on to you. hope this helps

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywyGN75BYbw&feature=youtu.be

other specs, off the top of my head are pre standard II non forward shifted scalloped x bracing 1 11/16" nut 25.5 scale length 3 ring ab rosette MOP progressive diamond fretmarkers mustache 'reissue' bridge (from the 1st few yrs of original taylor production)

https://www.premierguitar.com/articles/Go_Ahead_and_Ask_Bob_Taylor_of_Taylor_Guitars  everything else should b pretty standard  sitka top eir back & sides florentine cutaway mahogany pre NT neck with headstock wings gold grover 14:1 tuners white binding bwb top purfling (may have red purfling back centerstrip) satin rosewood headstock overlay ebony fretboard/bridge faux tortoise pickguard AB dot ebony bridge pins 17" lower bout 4 5/8" body depth deluxe el cajon made 'pink poodle' case with brass hardware & leather handle...  that should about cover it ;)
1995 912C - englemann/eir
2009 xxxv-p - sitka/madagascar
2010 414ce - sitka/ovangkol (made on my wedding day!)
2011 914ce - cedar/eir
2014 martin 000-28 custom - adi/cocobolo
2017 BTO GC 12 fret - lutz/cocobolo
2019 BTO GC 12 fret - cedar/cocobolo
2019 sheeran w03 - cedar/santos rosewood
2019 lowden s35 12 fret - driftwood cedar/cocobolo
2020 lowden s35 12 fret alpine spruce/madagascar
2023 lowden wee wl-35 12 fret - driftwood cedar/madagascar
2023 martin 00-28 modern deluxe - sitka/eir

Bo

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Re: 815c Specs
« Reply #4 on: March 20, 2017, 01:18:52 AM »
Thanks zeebow and michaelw.  That information is very helpful!

That is a big guitar.  A 17" lower bout is a bit of a concern, as my neck and shoulders are getting a little cranky.  The guitar is 150 miles away and I need to decide if it's worth the drive.

Bo