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During its operation, the Korean factory turned out 6,500 to 8,000 instruments a month. They are believed to have been the main producer of Epiphone guitars during that time. The company began guitar production in Korea in July 1965 and started producing guitars for Epiphone in the mid 80’s. Samick produces acoustic, acoustic-electric, and electric models. Samick Guitars is one of the world’s largest stringed instrument manufacturers. More information on the guitar courtesy of The Guitar Data Project: Hiscox Hard cases don’t come cheap either, selling for around £100 street price, this being included in the sale makes this a great deal which probably won’t be around for long! Which you prefer is down to personal opinion but any gloss finish demands more time and attention than the worn finish and therefore increased the price. The finish is also a gloss finish rather than a ‘worn cherry’ finish on the new models. The quality of the Epiphones produced here are considered by many to be higher quality than the current G400 models made in China. Why do I consider this a good deal? Well, this is a Korean built Epiphone from the Samick factory. And can be found used for £179 at Music Street (link below), which is also a good price. “Wait! That’s not cheap…” would be a fair remark considering the current Epiphone SG G400 in Worn Cherry can be found new for as little as £229 at Peach Guitars and Andertons. Here is a fantastic looking second hand Epiphone SG going for £199 with a Hiscox Hard Case.