Value of my 2003 Zum ?

Jack Ritter · Post by **Jack Ritter** » 6 Jun 2020 10:48 am

D 10 8 X 5 black--Zum, Emmons setup--1 owner great condition. Had this built by Bruce in 2003 . Not played in smoke dens. Case in good condition. Bro John Hughey got his 1 week before I got mine. 85 yrs of age time to quit, dang it. Just like to know some value when I sell it?

gary pierce · Post by **gary pierce** » 6 Jun 2020 5:08 pm

Jack I would say 4500 low retail, and 5500 high retail.

Jack Ritter · Post by **Jack Ritter** » 7 Jun 2020 6:24 am

Thank you very much for the info. jack

Kevin Fix · Post by **Kevin Fix** » 7 Jun 2020 4:07 pm

I have noticed that the Zum Pedal Steels really hold their value. Is their that much difference between a Zum or a Sho Bud or a Emmons? They are a nice sounding guitar but why are the so expensive. I always thought that the Fulawka was the Cadillac of Pedal Steels. Franklin are a beautiful guitar for sure.

Jack Ritter · Post by **Jack Ritter** » 8 Jun 2020 5:32 am

Zums are right in the same catagory.

Dean Holman · Post by **Dean Holman** » 8 Jun 2020 7:59 am

Because, Zums are are no longer being built and they are of the highest quality. A very well built and dependable guitar. Supply and demand, just like the Franklins, except you can still buy a Zum cheaper than a Franklin. Bruce Zumsteg is a highly reputable builder and many well known players are playing them.

Paddy Long · Post by **Paddy Long** » 8 Jun 2020 1:30 pm

At least 5500 for an 8 and 5.