Custom 24, Korina w/ maple top

[Bke]

Trying to find out a little about my guitar,

Its papers say its a model #Korina custom, 57\08 pickups

Its a stunning looking guitar, see the picks in the below link (I'm not selling it here, just using that sight to host some pictures)

http://www.adverts.ie/electric-guit...n=d20857fc8e2b3b2abbc2116b055dde82-1471295947

Not a PRS expert but own this, a Studio and had a DGT before - trying to figure out what this guitar is, in that it doesn't have the 10 top marking, but the top is nicer than many 10 tops ive seen - also the headstock doesn't have custom 24 or anything on it - closest to is I could find (Korina Body\Headstock) is

https://reverb.com/item/883191-2009-prs-custom-24-korina-artist

But mine doesn't mention artist on its label anywhere,

Anyone any idea's?

I'm considering trading it at a local shop here for something, and wondering if anyone would have any idea of what its worth in the 2nd hand market - its a lovely guitar, I just dont' play it that much...



Cheers

 

[IKnowALittle]

It was a special run of 50 C24s and 50 McCarty's called the "Killer Quilt" series ... 2009.

 

[rugerpc]

I like that top.

Funny thing is, top grading is necessarily subjective. PRS has people who can do it at a glance, but unless something is obviously flawed or drab, most of them look great to me.

Is it a non-10?
A 10?
An artist top?

I dunno. But IKAL above probably has it right.

 

[Bke]

It was a special run of 50 C24s and 50 McCarty's called the "Killer Quilt" series ... 2009.

Wow, thanks for that! Much appreciated

 

[Bke]

I like that top.

Funny thing is, top grading is necessarily subjective. PRS has people who ca do it at a glance, but unless something is obviously flawed or drab, most of them look great to me.

Is it a non-10?
A 10?
An artist top?

I dunno. But IKAL above probably has it right.

I'd agree with that, prs does make special looking guitars!

 

[Bke]

Found a spec for that run on sweet water, below. Think I'll hold onto it for a while, acually think I'll move it from my guitar rack and keep I'm a case, all guitars should be played in my opinion, but this one is in mint condition and I've a young kid!!

The Paul Reed Smith Custom 24 shares the distinction (with the Custom 22) of being among the first guitars crafted by Paul Reed Smith. The success of the Custom 24 gives it an esteemed place in the expanding PRS lineup. This LTD Edition version features a stunning, high-grade "Killer Quilt" maple top paired with a korina back, a 24-fret Peruvian mahogany neck with a regular carve, and banded melon bird fingerboard inlays. The 1957/2008 humbucking pickups give the Paul Reed Smith Custom 24 incredible amplified tone.

Paul Reed Smith Custom 24 "Killer Quilt" Solidbody Electric Guitar at a Glance:

• LTD Edition — One of 200 total
• Fantastic "Killer Quilt" maple top
• Special 1957/2008 humbucking pickups
• Superbly finished using the finest stains

LTD Edition — One of 200 total
This Paul Reed Smith Custom 24 "Killer Quilt" is a special LTD Edition PRS guitar. One of only 200 of its kind — and just 120 in the U.S. — be sure to call your Sales Engineer to reserve your collectible!

Fantastic "Killer Quilt" maple top
All the tonewoods used in crafting Paul Reed Smith guitars are of exceptional quality — and this particular PRS Custom 24 is a prime example of PRS at their best. A part of the new "Killer Quilt" series, this PRS Custom 24 features a choice maple top with unbelievable "Killer Quilt" figuring. This Paul Reed Smith Custom 24 also features a beautiful Korina back, banded melon bird inlays, and a 24-fret Peruvian mahogany neck with a regular carve.

Special 1957/2008 humbucking pickups
The 1957/2008 pickups offered standard on this Custom 24 allow players to achieve both vintage and modern sounds. PRS obtained exclusive rights to the original pickup wire used in the most revered pickups in the '50s. PRS obtained the rights to the wire in 2008, and 1957 was the year the humbucker was first commercially available, giving rise to the 1957/2008 name.

Gorgeous finish
Employing the most advanced finishing technology, PRS has developed fat, high-gloss finishes and rich stains that exquisitely highlight the color and grain of the woods, while retaining the fast, smooth feel of vintage lacquer. Because color is an important component in any guitar's appearance, PRS dyes are specially blended to look their very best under stage lights, shining with such luster and brilliance that the guitar truly looks every bit as amazing as it sounds.

 

[Bke]

Decided to get on to prs and ask them, heres what they had to say

2009 Custom 24 Korina Artist model with an Artist grade quilt maple top. A standard carve one piece mahogany neck with a Indian rosewood fretboard and bird inlays. A solid Korina body with a tremolo bridge and hybrid hardware. 57/08 pickups with a 3 way toggle switch. Finished in Burnt Almond.

 

[bodia]

Sweet!

 

[Angry_Lu]

I will pick mine tomorrow.
Almost the same as yours.
Thank you for enlighten me about this guitar.
I'm adding some pictures from this guitar.
I hope you like it.