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    May 22, 2008, 03:28 AM
    Antique Guitar
    Anybody able to date an old italian acoustic guitar or able to decipher foreign surnames? I need to find out so I don't do any restoration if its an antique.
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    May 22, 2008, 11:33 AM
    Is there a brand name, or model number, or serial number anywhere on the guitar?

    If so, that would be good information to post so someone may be able to help you.
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    May 22, 2008, 11:34 PM
    Nope, well the label when translated reads...

    Francesco P?? & Sons
    Factory of musical instruments
    Founded in 1840
    Napoli Italy"
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