Manuel Contreras Estudio 1981

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Siatin

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Joined: Apr. 13 2016

Manuel Contreras Estudio 1981

Can anyone advise
I think two tiny surface cracks have appeared on my guitar on the lower bout ( at least had not noticed them before )
There is tiny movement when light pressure applied with thumb
Should I be concerned?
Also would you say this is a solid body or laminate?
It says 1981 but is unsigned so I guess it's more of a factory made for Contreras
Fingerboard seems to be ebony
Top bout chip was always there since I had her a few months ago
Any thoughts on guitar most welcome
Thanks

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jun. 25 2016 20:22:20

Siatin

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Joined: Apr. 13 2016

RE: Manuel Contreras Estudio 1981 (in reply to Siatin)

I took my guitar to Pedro Moldonado's fantastic workshop in Torremolinos a few weeks ago and he kindly repaired the crack which was a quick inexpensive brilliant repair. He confirmed it was a crack that was in the solid wood and needed repairing before it elongated. He also confirmed that it was a lovely guitar and worth table the money I paid. I went away very happy and grateful to him
Now playing this beautiful guitar every day and loving it

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jul. 26 2016 11:23:20