82 Emmons PP - Red Lacquer 8x4, - Close it UP! Keeping Her

[Robert Crenwelge]

I'm selling my Emmons PP - Near mint restoration. I just can't justify gigging with this guitar nor can I justify starting a collection. It needs to be in a studio or someones else's collection! I'm asking for $6,000 price is firm, I might consider trades for Zum.
Serial number is 6505

[Johnie King]

That’s one nice Emmons an one of the best push pull guru mechanics in the business set this one up an restored to like new condition.

[Robert Crenwelge]

Thank you Johnie, I appreciate the kind words.

[Robert Crenwelge]

Photos of this guitars transformation.

Not bad to start with, however the red had faded a lot and the lacquer had checking.



Pics of cabinet before stripping finish.


At the time I didn't know if I wanted a blond finish, go back to original sunburst, or just red. That really depended on how well the cabinet cleaned up. Fortunately when Lynn called he said you can have whatever you want.

I wanted fire engine red, and Lynn delivered!!!!

[Robert Crenwelge]

FYI - This guitar is Day Setup on E9th, standard Emmons on C6th

[Robert Crenwelge]

I’ll be in Sweetwater TX, next week Mon-Wed at Jody Cameron’s Annual Steel Guitar workshop. In case anyone close by wants to sit behind this beautiful looking and sounding guitar.

[Jon Zimmerman]

Robert, if you take it to the Jody event, I'm certain you will find a buyer or trader. Worth every effort made! 😍

[Robert Crenwelge]

Had a great time in Sweetwater TX last week with Jody Cameron, Mickey Adams and everyone that attended. After an overwhelming plea,

"DO NOT SELL THIS GUITAR, YOU'LL REGRET IT!!!

I've decided to keep her.

Close it Up!