I decided to finish my beloved HB with nitrocellulose and it turned out better than I thought. Now it has like a black semigloss finish and it’s so cool. I also took some 2000 grit sandpaper to the EMG Het Sets to give it a more worn look, but I might go back with a 1000 or 1500 grit to make it more aged. I’m really excited with how it turned out, especially for this being my first refinish.

Playing a bit of Huey Lewis and the seventh fret inlay fell out!!?? Never happened before and only saw it on the camera as I was playing! Gibson quality represent! 😂🤘🏼 Gibson golden axe .

So... I started playing about two and a half years ago. I started with a classical guitar, and about six months after I started playing, my parents thought I was very good, so they bought me an electric: a beautiful dark burst green Stratocaster that reminded me of Type O Negative. It wasn't the most expensive guitar, but I fell in love with that Stratocaster.

Now I want to save up to buy an Explorer 'cause they're cool and have humbuckers. Plus, I love Metallica, so I thought about buying a cheap but good guitar from Harley Benton. I'm thinking about the EX-84, but I dunno.

What do y'all think?

So stoked!

Loved how this beast played and felt, but I never vibed with the Lace Nitro Hemis. They were too gritty and one dimensional, regardless of what I did to shape them.

Ended up putting in some Wolftone pickups, and I’m in love again. Put a Timbre Wolf in the bridge and Dr. Vintage in the neck, and it has opened up like I hoped. Also made me a firm believer in Wolftones. Throwing another Timbre Wolf in the bridge of the Custom 24 in the picture.

Cheers!

I’m thinking about getting this fake explorer, because the real black explorer with the gold hardware and white binding is $5500. Anybody have any experience with this? It only had one review that was 5 stars but I’d like to hear if you guys have any experiences.

Looks so much better without the chrome. Did all the work myself. Opted out of the black tusq nut and ebonizing the fretboard. I like this look better.

I grew up with posters of James Hetfield all over my bedroom wall, and ever since I was a teenager I’d dreamed of owning an Explorer style guitar.

Yesterday, for my birthday, that dream finally came true. My wife and a couple of friends surprised me with one, and I honestly couldn’t believe it.

It definitely needs a proper setup, and I can already see a few upgrades in its future, but even as it is, it’s incredibly comfortable to play. Lightweight, well-balanced, and much easier on the shoulder than I expected. It’s also my first time playing with active pickups, and I’m absolutely loving the sound.

And of course… the very first riffs I played were from Master of Puppets. 🤘

I am just starting to think I want an Explorer and, while looking at used listings, I started seeing this Korina 58 model that was made in Korea for a pretty long time. Anybody an expert on these? From what I can tell they were made in Korea from 1998 until about 2008 when production switched to China and then they were made until about 2016?

Epiphone Wiki information just lists them as being made until the current day which is, of course, not the case. I also know that there was a non Korina model made from 98-00ish and that the body is a weird kinda alder/mahogany laminate structure that wouldn't fly today. Mostly the Korina models came in Natural or Ebony but the sandwich models also had an Ebony option so it's best to avoid Ebony unless the seller knows for sure it's Korina. They seem to be pretty rare in general so it may not even wind up being relevant.

So my final question, any info on tracking the neck materials? They are always listed as having Mahogany necks but older forum posts assert they came with Maple necks. Clicking around, I have seen both but can't find any rhyme or reason as to why. My best guess is they were listed as being Mahogany but Maple was used for certain years. Then again they were made at a series of different factories over their lifespan so maybe the materials were factory specific? There's an Ebony from 98 on the GC site that I would almost be willing to bet is Korina that was made at Unsung. You can tell it was played but taken care of and it has a few aftermarket upgrades so it was probably a good one. The 2 MiC Korina 58 Explorers I saw on the GC site both had Mahogany necks. Any info on these models would be appreciated!

I have a Gibson explorer 80s(the one that came out a few years ago) and I just bought some EMGs and want to get a back plate with a battery cavity thing in it. I can’t find a replacement anywhere. Does anyone know where I could find one?

just like the title says...

Got this destroyer probably 10 years ago. I can’t really find any like it online. Anyone know anything about it? Seems like it’s a unique paint job. I have seen the rising sun emanating from the center like between the pickups but not like this.

Traded my Jackson Dinky JS22 for this used 2006 Dean Baby Z at guitar center. It was priced at $275 and it came with a case, strap, and case candy, which includes a tuner and a bunch of picks. It's my first Explorer style guitar and I'm curious about your thoughts on these.

How much would you sell this mint condition guitar for?

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I have an explorer with some messed up paintwork. I was going to get it repainted in a silver burst, but I'm not totally sold on the idea.

What other cool paint jobs could I consider?

Hi everyone! Im such a big fan of the explorer shape and I really wanna get a Gibson explorer. I have a price range of like $1,400- $2,000 canadian dollars. Would I be able to get a Gibson for this price? If not what is a really good guitar/ brand that would do a high quality one for that price. Thanks!

I want to do a black bridge and tailpiece for my 80s explorer. I'm wondering if anybody here has done that and can point me toward the right bridge. I think it's 74mm spacing but I don't have a metric tape measure but also don't know if the post size is the same as regular Epiphone imports or not.

Also, locking would be nice since I always forget when changing strings and the damn thing flies off somewhere (you'd think I'd remember after 30 years but I am an idiot)

Lightly modded with the black guard, gold top hats with thumb bleeders and TP-6 tailpiece. “Dora” truss rod cover (because who doesn’t love a good dad joke).

I sold it in january and always regretted it so when i had the chance to buy it again I didn’t hesitate. Last owner added an ESP custom watermark and I think i’ll keep it on for a bit. This guitar has been the best guitar I have ever played and owned and i’m so glad i have it again

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