Recent content by MLW

  1. M

    FS: Acme Low B-2

    Received in excellent condition thank you!
  2. M

    FS: Chorda D and G

    2.5 weeks old, like new and they feel great, just didn't get along with my bass. My loss can be your gain! $50 for the G $95 for the D $135 for both
  3. M

    Early 20th century Hawkes Bass for Sale

    Another bump!
  4. M

    Early 20th century Hawkes Bass for Sale

    The bass is still for sale and officially in Pennsylvania. Let me know anyone would like to take it for a spin or if I could answer any questions! Thanks!
  5. M

    Early 20th century Hawkes Bass for Sale

    Hi everyone just wanted to give this post another bump and let everyone know that I'm relocating to Pennsylvania for a gig so if there is anyone in the Philadelphia area (NYC, Baltimore etc...) interested in giving this bass a whirl, let me know. Thanks!
  6. M

    Early 20th century Hawkes Bass for Sale

    Another bump. This guy is still for sale. Any questions drop me a line!
  7. M

    Early 20th century Hawkes Bass for Sale

    Bumpity bump.
  8. M

    Early 20th century Hawkes Bass for Sale

    The folks at David Gage were very accommodating and funny as hell. I got a tour of the shop and played some nice instruments, notably their Czech-Ease and their shop Prescott reproduction, as well as a monster of an old Italian bass running for $110,000. Thanks to Matt for the kind words and...
  9. M

    Early 20th century Hawkes Bass for Sale

    This Thursday through Saturday I'll be in NYC and surrounding area, and would be interested in showing the bass if anyone in the area is interested in taking it for a thump. Drop me a line!
  10. M

    Early 20th century Hawkes Bass for Sale

    He ain't the only one!
  11. M

    Early 20th century Hawkes Bass for Sale

    Thanks for the kind words. It is an interesting instrument, and has been a reliable workhorse for me. At the time I bought the bass, I was living in PA and travelling to Barrie's place on Long Island was a great experience. While I probably played about thirty basses that day, including a...
  12. M

    Early 20th century Hawkes Bass for Sale

    Unless it's in an inconvenient place, the bass is unlabeled.
  13. M

    Early 20th century Hawkes Bass for Sale

    I've added a photostream on Flickr with more photos. You can check it out Invalid Link Removed. Thank you for all of the input thus far, let me know if you have any more questions!