GMF T-style Build Transparent Blue 2012
GMF T-Style, transparent blue, made in Sydney circa 2012. GMF was a one man show building guitars out of Sydney in the late-00s-early-10s. There's very little residual info around about exactly what he was up to: his actual name, models offered, pricing, wood selections etc are all a bit of a mystery. This is a cool little take on the Nashville Tele: humbucker in the bridge, middle pickup added for those Strat-style sounds, five way switch. The neck feels great: it's a slim C style shape carved from some quality maple and rosewood, with pretty tall stainless steel frets and very tidy workmanship all around. Looking at the body, I believe it's made of maple judging by the grain pattern and weight, and that's nicely executed too. The sound on offer is fat and bold, with a twang-aplenty and a generous, piano-like bass. The pearloid guard, abalone dots, matching headstock and rich blue hue make for a classy look too. Lots to like!
Model: GMF T-style
Made: Sydney Australia, 2012 approx
Serial: none
Finish: transparent blue, gloss poly
Body: maple (exact species unverified)
Neck: maple, rosewood fretboard, 25.5" scale, 16" radius. stainless steel frets, slim C shape
Weight: 4.015kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Schaller single coil x2 and humbucker
Accessories: basic hard case
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has dimples on the end and top edge. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, no major marks. The back has dimples around the ferrules and on the top horn as well as some light scuffs in the bottom corner, back edge and elbow area. The sides have minor dimples on the top horn, elbow area, back edge and near the jack, and some light scuffs on the bottom horn. The front has dimples behind the bridge, scuffs along the back edge and in the elbow area, a scratch near the front strap pin and some minor play wear on the guard and horns.
Overall: very good condition (8/10)
Playing condition notes: action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 10/46 Moonshiners strings.
Fret life: 9/10, minor wear only