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Posted: **22 Nov 2000 12:26 pm**

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Hello All,

I have a Fender Custom 6 Twin Neck that I am thinking of selling (or putting
down as partial trade on a Pedal Steel) and was hoping you all might be able to
give me some insight into it's value.

It is a 50's in great condition. There are a few nicks, and slight wear on
the fret board, but nothing major.
It's all original as far as I can tell
and all the electronics work perfectly. Included also is the original case
which is missing the handle.

It needs a bit of polishing, but there is nothing seriously wrong with
it. I've seen these go on eBay, but that's often inflated, and I'm not
interested in ripping anyone off.
I have (hopefully) posted a picture below to aid in any
appraisals. Can you all tell me what you think this guitar is worth?

<img border="0" src="http://www.reverbdeluxe.com/fender_side.jpg" width="430" height="287">

Click here for a picture in it's case

Thanks!

Jay

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Posted: **22 Nov 2000 1:10 pm**

Hi

these D-6 are pretty rare as only a few hundreds were made. The Smith book has more info about that subject.

I guess you should be able to get US$ 600-700 for it.

Good luck !

Andy

Posted: **22 Nov 2000 2:29 pm**

Thanks Tele, what is the Smith Book?

Jay

Posted: **23 Nov 2000 12:36 pm**

In my opion the best book even written about Fender. " The sound heard around the world"....
on page 287 there's a sales chart. Sales by unit 1951, 6-string double neck : 42, proposed production schedule January-June 1952 : 60.

So your guitar is quite rare. D-8 were ten times more each year. I assume only 200 or so were made of the D-6.

However, to a player a D-8 would be more desireable.

Posted: **24 Nov 2000 12:35 pm**

Oh,I'd say about $3.50

Posted: **24 Nov 2000 2:02 pm**

Hey Adam, something tells me your 'appraisal' may be a tad bit biased

Posted: **25 Nov 2000 8:20 pm**

Bought one just like it last month with a Fender 185 Amp for $400.00 this was an extremely good deal but I expect the guitar is worth(depending on condition)about $550.00

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