I worked for what seemed like forever at a gas station when I was 17, and saved my money until I had enough to buy this guitar! Had the nut replaced to help keep in tune, humbucker replaced in 1997, don't rem what kind. Neck pickup selector replaced from damage. I used to "skateboard" on it on stage. Pretty mad at myself for it now, was young and dumb when I did it. REALLY glad I've held on to this guitar for so long, I'll never let it go!