Was just about to write the exact same thing. Love the guy.
@hijale
Жыл бұрын
World heritage
@bensimpson3002
Жыл бұрын
Quit saying this
@Cautionary_Tale_Harris
Жыл бұрын
@@bensimpson3002 😆 Sure thing, Ben.
@bryanh1944FBH
Жыл бұрын
Dan, honestly, I want more detail! I want a part 2, 3 and 4. I just can't get enough of this good stuff!!!
@digitalgord5694
Жыл бұрын
I second this.
@AudioAtmos
Жыл бұрын
I third it.👍
@lukeboucher100
Жыл бұрын
I fourth it
@daviddickmeyer5231
Жыл бұрын
How about fifth!
@TM-jo4wz
Жыл бұрын
I 6th this.
@BrassAmTV
Жыл бұрын
OMG... I cannot imagine the level of emotion you got through when recovering this piece of your personal history! Thanks for sharing this beautiful story...
@vansongs
Жыл бұрын
I can't believe the level of emotion I went through!
@BrassAmTV
Жыл бұрын
@@nickk5948 Crossing fingers for your Nick...
@darpope2752
Жыл бұрын
So sorry that you lost such a good friend. So very happy that you found the guitar you still love.
@saskikojiro3214
Жыл бұрын
Cool story, can't wait to see her restored!
@arustydodge2111
Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on getting your “Baby” back Dan. My heartfelt condolences for the loss of your friend. May he rest in peace. For sure he is smiling upon you from Heaven; happy to see that you and your 335 are reunited. 🙏⭐️🙏
@giulioluzzardi7632
Жыл бұрын
So nice that your Pal remembered how much you loved that beauty! Cool!
@johnnyboy13131
Жыл бұрын
You can hear the emotion in his voice when he says “found it!”… nice story, and congrats on finding it again!
@fretted
Жыл бұрын
Sorry about your friend 😞 Glad it found its way home!
@vanrozay8871
Жыл бұрын
Had to walk carefully in Al's house to avoid the guitar cases lining the walls. He was never a great player, but loved it like a fool. In his time, he hung out with hotshots Joe O'Dougherty (Miles Joseph) and Joe Summers, a Django-ist. It was shocking to learn he had died, since he's several years younger than I and was maybe the fittest guy ever, running, biking; life makes no sense. Dan: I'm glad you got the guitar back. It's a joy to see you thrive in your element, achieve prominence in your work. I tell friends you have the dream job, the perfect fit.
@dwaynemcallister7231
7 ай бұрын
Interesting comment , though I didn't know him. We are alive and each day is a gift I feel.
@stephenhenion8304
Жыл бұрын
As my Buddy would say.. "You Lucky Dog".... I got an acoustic guitar back once. I sold it in 1984 and got it back in 2006!!! It's mine forever!!
@elducko1951
Жыл бұрын
I'm sorry for your loss... Great story Looking forward to the repair vid!!
@joeyoungs8426
Жыл бұрын
My condolences on the loss of your longtime friend. I’ll admit that had I bought a guitar that I promised to sell back one day if I decided to let it go, mods would have been out of the question. But that’s just me. Happy you got her back. I know that feeling all too well.
@PageMarker1
Жыл бұрын
Me too, Bro. Drilling holes all over the body? Dan will get it looking better than ever, I have no doubt.
@Yannplaysguitar
Жыл бұрын
Congratulations! This is great you could have it back although I am sorry for your friend obviously.
@tommyhunter9641
Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@bob___
Жыл бұрын
I can't wait to see updates on this restoration, because I know it's going to be done with the kind of love that you can't buy.
@Bcarn1998
Жыл бұрын
Now that is a brilliant way of covering a hole! Ole Al really went to town with that one! RIP Al and thank goodness the man kept it all those years!
@TimmyJoePCTech
Жыл бұрын
I love you Dan!!! I wish you were my grandpa!
@mikedandurand3548
Жыл бұрын
Can't wait for part II!
@stephenyoud6125
Жыл бұрын
Nice one Dan, Looking frwd to Part two !!
@rockhead69
Жыл бұрын
I will definitely be looking forward to part two of this story...
@Hipsters_N_Hippies
Жыл бұрын
That’s awesome. 🤙🏻✌🏻
@ROCKHITS572
Жыл бұрын
how cool is that and its going to be super cool when restored its winner all the way dan
@joereedmusic9853
Жыл бұрын
It's exciting, please show us more.
@monday6524
Жыл бұрын
I love stories about long lost or sold guitars coming home. Looking forward to the end product of the restoration. Knowing Dan’s work, I am sure it will be awesome!
@robertpurdy4452
Жыл бұрын
I know it is due to a friend passing but it's amazing you were able to get it back! This is a cool story and I am really anticipating part two. Congrats, Dan on getting back such an important guitar to you. Condolences to your friend's family.
@JonDeth
Жыл бұрын
I still have my first acoustic and electric guitars. My Squire strat has a more or less a furniture grade laminate, paper light body lol.
@zyxwvut4740
Жыл бұрын
So sorry about the loss of Al. It was really cool of him to not just remember you, but put you in his will!
@jeffgerndt2813
Жыл бұрын
So happy to hear your guitar made it back to you! As in all things in life, joy and sadness together.
@slackthompson6984
Жыл бұрын
sorry for the loss of your friend , how nice he remembered you in this way ....we cant wait to hear it ..........
@togmor
Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to part 2!
@mitarrguitars
Жыл бұрын
Dan. Fabulous story, and great video. Best wishes from Wales.
@custerranch
Жыл бұрын
What a story and reunion! The restoration video should be epic!
@jeffglawe3590
Жыл бұрын
Dan, that has to be one of the most amazing guitar-related stories I think I've ever heard. I've been following your advice since the old Guitar Player magazine articles of the 80s. And I learned everything I know about guitar repair (and refretting) from you over the years. I'm so glad you finally have your '58 Gibson 335 back again. Sad hearing your friend passed away, but it was so cool that he put in his will that you could pick any guitar you wanted, and he still had that Gibson in his collection. I had a guitar myself that I once owned as a child, and wished almost every day that I never sold it, so I know what that means. Best story I've heard in years. In no time, it'll be almost as good as new, with your skills. Enjoy it, Dan!! Ironically, 1966 was also the year I was born. I love this story. You could talk for an hour about this guitar, and I'd be hanging on every word. You have to do followups on it's progress.
@picksalot1
Жыл бұрын
Dan, sorry for the loss of your friend. It was generous of him to make it possible for you to get your guitar back. I enjoyed the video and look forward to more about your friend, and getting your guitar restored to how you like it.
@drivenmad7676
Жыл бұрын
I'm sorry you lost yer friend and happy you got yer baby back.
@automatics1im
Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on the reunion. Though bittersweet with the loss of your friend, it’s uncommon to get back the “ones that got away”.
@likeakite
Жыл бұрын
wonderful you have it back Dan. I've been looking for a guitar I sold 45 years ago...No luck though :(
@walther9161
Жыл бұрын
Cool seeing Dan at a guitar show!!! Wow. Made the show worth it.
@luctoulouse
Жыл бұрын
Wow. So it sounds like we will have a new "restoration" series... can't wait.
@toddflowers8052
Жыл бұрын
Wow what a great story..... I can't wait to see how she turns out !!!
@barrymcnicholl4140
Жыл бұрын
Dan is an international hero
@Plowguitarist
Жыл бұрын
Sorry Dan for the loss of your friend. A bitter sweet congratulations on reuniting with your old guitar. I traded off my very first guitar, boy I sure wish I could find it again. Can’t even find one that looks like it. A 1982 Washburn A-10. Red with black binding. Been looking for 25 years for an identical one. Finally settled for a black one with cream binding. Cant wait to see the ol 335 back in playing shape. 🙏🏼
@RikJSmith
Жыл бұрын
Hi Dan !! I hope you're doing well . I'm sorry you lost your Friend . And I'm so happy for you that you got your 335 back . It looks like you're going to have a lengthy job putting it back to close to original but I'm sure it's going to be Amazing when you and your Wiring friend are done with it . Can't wait to hear and watch you play it . Ok , stay safe Big Guy . 🎸😎🎸
@michaelr.4878
Жыл бұрын
When a lot of people see 65 year old , sought after, classic guitar that has been chopped up like this, they immediately think, 'why would someone ever do this to a vintage guitar'. Their emotions take over and they fail to realize that at one point, this wasn't a 65 year old guitar. Just like the new guitar you purchased 2 years ago, this guitar was also 'only a 2 year old guitar' at one point in its long life. Back in 1958, people didn't think, this guitar is going to be a classic, vintage instrument some day. It was just a new guitar to them. Then it became an old guitar...then it became a vintage guitar...etc.
@outsiderdf
Жыл бұрын
I'd never drill holes in any guitar
@101Volts
Жыл бұрын
Exactly. Same thing with cars - don't assume that a 1953 Cadillac was vintage in 1963. Back then, it was just an old and used Cadillac with lower horsepower than a new one.
@rosewoodsteel6656
Жыл бұрын
Great story and good friend! My guess is he squirreled away the truss rod cover and other parts somewhere. Maybe a trip to his home is in order.
@Mrguitarcraze
Жыл бұрын
In part 2, please share with us your soldering technique- iron temp, solder type etc. exiting! thank you
@peteralerich5085
Жыл бұрын
I was recently reunited with a guitar I had traded away over 30 years earlier. These stories don't happen often but when they do it's great to reconnect with an old friend. Looking forward to seeing your 335 restored to playing condition.
@benwear
Жыл бұрын
What a great story and so happy for you, Dan! You have inspired so many to understand and be able to work on their own instruments...you are a legend in your own time, which says a lot these days! I'm so happy that you were reunited with an instrument that held such a great link to your youth! I can't wait to see the finished product, as no guitar could have a better outcome ahead than in Dan and company's hands! When I reach for a chilled pint glass for an IPA or a sweet stout, I always reach first for my "What would Dan do?" pint glasses bc just the thought of Dan inspires me to do more. Dan is the man and will always be the highest standard that I am shooting for in my book! Cheers to you, Dan!
@mrclaus859
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic can't wait for installment 2. Thanks Dan
@chrisl5156
Жыл бұрын
Just an awesome story. Really looking forward to Part 2. Thanks Dan.
@kennethquintini658
Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful story 🙏😃🎸, I've been following your stories since 1970, when I started reading Guitar player magazine, keep on keeping on Dan🙏🎉🎸🔊😃
@RossD8
Жыл бұрын
Wonderful to see Dan working on a guitar he used to own!
@Fksu
Жыл бұрын
I can't wait anymore Dan!!! Where is part 2?
@stewmac
Жыл бұрын
It's coming very soon! The restoration is taking some effort! We promise it will be worth the wait 🙂
@frankiechan9651
Жыл бұрын
I'm sure Dan's friend (RIP) knew exactly which guitar Dan was going to choose. Yes, it was extensively modified, but I'm pretty sure that it was cherished and Dan gets to continue this guitars' and his friends' story.
@samright4661
Жыл бұрын
RIP to your friend. But Congratulations on getting your baby back!
@iamdamo
Жыл бұрын
So cool to see an instrument like that make it home again.
@bayouburner281
Жыл бұрын
She’s a beaut, Mr.Dan👍🏻Great story and sorry you lost your friend-He’s smiling from above about finding your guitar last out of the lot 😁
@SuperBriansmoke
Жыл бұрын
Dan is a hero of mine. I read his articles in Guitar Player Magazine in the 80’s and he absolutely inspired me to modify and make guitars. I can’t wait for the rest of the story.
@aaroncampmusic
Жыл бұрын
So glad you were able to get it back, Dan!
@MayorMcCheese2000
Жыл бұрын
I'm really sorry to hear about your friend, I hope this guitar helps you feel closer to him and brings a smile to your face.
@SteveR5954
Жыл бұрын
Sorry for your loss of your friend... .. so happy the guitar came back to you.
@chopsddy3
Жыл бұрын
Great idea for dealing with the extra hole. Instead of hiding it, decorate it. Brilliant. I remember those six position switches having only one acceptable sound. Congratulations on being reunited. I have about a half dozen gems out there that I lost in similar fashion. Unfortunately none have found their way home as yet.
@handle433
Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to hear this guitar Dan!! Your old girl back in action!🎸
@rogerhundley9490
Жыл бұрын
Great story. I caught a couple hitches in your voice when telling it. Glad he remembered his commitment too you after all the years.
@SBanas
Жыл бұрын
I love this little passive aggressive vibe Dan is having towards his old friend Al. This bickering between two great buddies, just as if Al was still around. Sorry for Your loss, and I can't wait to see this guitar brought back to life.
@RaccoonHenry
Жыл бұрын
I love the story behind this! sorry about your friend's passing!
@aripea1980
Жыл бұрын
Ahh, I'm sorry for the reason why you and the 335 are reunited after so long, but I'm glad you have it back with you now. I know everyone has their own particular favourite guitar, and the 335 is mine. Well, that and the imaginary Pelham Blue Ibanez Iceman I have had in my head for about 25 years......
@jrsmoots
Жыл бұрын
This is so exciting! I can't stop smiling that you got your guitar back!
@halbertking2683
Жыл бұрын
The one that got away , came home . That's awesome .
@jimparker7778
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Dan! What a journey. A dot neck 335 in sunburst. God bless.
@zorglubmagnus455
Жыл бұрын
Looking forward to the next episodes. Sorry to hear about your friend and it’s a beautiful story that he had a thought for you.
@otaviosmartins1
Жыл бұрын
Aw yeah this gonna look so nice!
@bobbybo3458
Жыл бұрын
SO happy you're reunited with your old 335 friend. I can imagine how happy you were to see it!
@TimO-wt9sz
Жыл бұрын
What a wondwrful story couldnt have happened to a nicer fella your a class act sir.
@Barry_Poe
Жыл бұрын
Sorry for the loss of your friend. Glad you got your guitar back. Can't wait to see how it turns out.
@michaelwcorrieajr2278
Жыл бұрын
Ohhhh my word! This is just soooo awesome! Thanks for everything Dan 😀
@david25876
Жыл бұрын
That’s an amazing story Dan. So cool.
@RandyDSims
Жыл бұрын
This is truly amazing. What a blessing for Dan.
@intoit1074
Жыл бұрын
I LOVE vids like this Dan. Thanks for making it. Excited to see the process and end result! Killer guitar
@joecooper7803
Жыл бұрын
Dan making himself smile
@TheDevnul
Жыл бұрын
I have a 1980 Ibanez musician 850. I can’t imagine how heart broken you must have been seeing it in that shape. I’ve seen your work, I know it’s going to be amazing. Please take your time ,film it all. We all want to see and learn. Thanks Dan
@davemish4163
Жыл бұрын
My condolences about your friend, but very happy that you are reunited with your guitar. Iirc, you restored a couple of semi hollow body Gibsons for an acquaintance of mine.
@MrTPF1
Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on getting your beloved guitar back Dan! However, those are crimes against all of guitardom to drill holes all over the top like that! If anyone can get it back to its original glory, you can! Please keep the updates coming!
@device1974
Жыл бұрын
Awaiting part 2...
@larryseyer
Жыл бұрын
Can't wait to see the finished version. Thanks for sharing!
@The9thChord
Жыл бұрын
What a special story. Thanks for sharing.
@fabienbourdier9847
Жыл бұрын
Dan you're a lucky man ! and we're even mroe lucky to have you making videos for us !
@catekatz5855
Жыл бұрын
Wow Dan! What a story! So sorry for the loss of your friend. That is very touching that you are now reunited with your old 335. I think this story will make a great repair/restoration feature in Vintage Guitar magazine!
@timc7345
Жыл бұрын
Lovely tale, good vibes Dan, thanks
@RockinSG
Жыл бұрын
Congrats on getting your baby back. I can only imagine how you must feel. I'm looking forward to seeing the prorgress.
@johnpick8336
Жыл бұрын
You're the Best Dan ! Thank you for your years of showing us how.
@sharkman4928
Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on getting your old guitar back Dan!!!!! I can't wait to see the finished product!!!!
@flickoftheswitch1054
Жыл бұрын
Really great story ! So cool that your friend kept it all these years and made it possible for you to have it back, RIP Al. Looking forward to seeing it finished, thanks for sharing !
@The_Wood
Жыл бұрын
Oh Man! Cannot wait to follow along with this one!!!
@TheStratfanatic
Жыл бұрын
Dan thanks for all the great info
@rpmblues7018
Жыл бұрын
Wow, what a project. I can imagine how you feel.Keep up the good work Dan.
@kevinmorris7722
Жыл бұрын
That guitar brought a lot of happiness to you guys....many times. Great story. Bitter sweet...
@MichaelMcBride58
Жыл бұрын
What a great story. Looking forward to part 2.
@MravacKid
Жыл бұрын
I also once sold my first guitar to a friend because I needed money, but I came to my senses and got it back within a year. :)
@uncleremus64
Жыл бұрын
Part 2? Dan, I love watching you work. There should be 12 parts to this. Each one 2 hours long. Grab a cold one and sit back.
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