theotherphiljones Posted August 2, 2020 Share Posted August 2, 2020 (edited) SOLD PENDING As per title, I have a Tokai Hardpuncher dating around 1979/80 for sale. Struggling to get exact date. All original apart from the strap locks fitted. I’m trying to locate the original buttons but if I can’t I’ll throw in the accompanying parts currently attached to the strap. Slight signs of wear but for a bass this age in great condition. No big dings or nasties. Slight scratching when using the tone and volume- absolutely nothing major, has been the same since I bought it- but have to mention. Approx just under 4kg using some decidedly dodgy kitchen scales- I tried my best!!! Priced to sell at £450 which is a bit of a bargain in my opinion but as I have a new bass en route I can’t justify keeping this one. I have owned and played/loved this for about a decade. Awesome punchy sound which has served me very well in mostly studio settings. Pick up only Any questions feel free to ask👍 Edited September 3, 2020 by Silvia Bluejay 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealting Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 Do you have a weight? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theotherphiljones Posted August 3, 2020 Author Share Posted August 3, 2020 27 minutes ago, therealting said: Do you have a weight? I’ll find out later today along with additional images. P 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealting Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 Thanks. This is about as close to a YOB bass as I might actually like! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theotherphiljones Posted August 3, 2020 Author Share Posted August 3, 2020 Pics added👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverfoxnik Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 Stunning! 😊 GLWTS 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ash Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 Love these early Tokai basses if only it had a maple board. GLWTS! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewblack Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 I started with the bottom picture and scrolled up with the sinking feeling that I would really like this bass. I wasn't wrong. Maybe a sell to buy situation here. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JapanAxe Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 2 minutes ago, stewblack said: I started with the bottom picture and scrolled up with the sinking feeling that I would really like this bass. I wasn't wrong. Maybe a sell to buy situation here. You know you wanna! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 21 hours ago, theotherphiljones said: Priced to sell at £450 which is a bit of a bargain About £200 off the market value...tempted....even though I don't need it 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewblack Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 35 minutes ago, JapanAxe said: You know you wanna! I know I do too but I got a feeling this will vanish like breath off a razor blade 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Rider Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 Very Nice!!! Looks like an Ash body too! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theotherphiljones Posted August 4, 2020 Author Share Posted August 4, 2020 Plenty of interest but as we speak still available 👍. Pick up only. Trying to sort a way to try it before you buy it but covid restrictions where I live is making things tricky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbasspecial Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 This is an absolute bargain. It is also the PB60 model which is a higher spec over the PB45. I am the proud owner of an 81 Tokai Hard Puncher. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theotherphiljones Posted August 4, 2020 Author Share Posted August 4, 2020 28 minutes ago, pbasspecial said: This is an absolute bargain. It is also the PB60 model which is a higher spec over the PB45. I am the proud owner of an 81 Tokai Hard Puncher. Yep. Thanks. It really is a beauty. Sad to see it go but thems the rules!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbasspecial Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 2 hours ago, theotherphiljones said: Yep. Thanks. It really is a beauty. Sad to see it go but thems the rules!! Got to break the rules. Think you are going to regret letting it go and especially so cheaply. But if needs must 😢 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewblack Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 I shall be advertising a bass at a similarly reasonable price. If that goes this goes. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmccombe7 Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 (edited) I can remember these hitting the shops in Glasgow many many moons ago. Was so impressed by the build quality compared to Fenders. Dave Edited August 4, 2020 by dmccombe7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnFitzgerald Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 10 minutes ago, dmccombe7 said: I can remember these hitting the shops in Glasgow many many moons ago. Was so impressed by the build quality compared to Fenders. Dave I'd have this in a flash, but the thought of a 9 hour return day to Leeds doesn't fill me with enthusiasm right now. There are one or two tunes I'm working on that could use that sound. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnFitzgerald Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 4 hours ago, theotherphiljones said: Plenty of interest but as we speak still available 👍. Pick up only. Trying to sort a way to try it before you buy it but covid restrictions where I live is making things tricky Should you find yourself in a position to courier the bass, please let me know. I'm ready to buy and would make payment without delay. Failing that, I'll see when I could next be down in your area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewblack Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 22 minutes ago, JohnFitzgerald said: Should you find yourself in a position to courier the bass, please let me know. I'm ready to buy and would make payment without delay. Failing that, I'll see when I could next be down in your area. Could always use the Basschat Relay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnFitzgerald Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 4 minutes ago, stewblack said: Could always use the Basschat Relay How does that work ? Not trying to be dumb, but is there a specific thing you have to do ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kodiakblair Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 46 minutes ago, JohnFitzgerald said: How does that work ? Not trying to be dumb, but is there a specific thing you have to do ? John You ask if anybody is heading north and could they collect the Tokai, they pass it on to somebody heading further north and it winds it's way to Cumbernauld 😀 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stewblack Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 👆 exactly that. It's a wonderfully reliable home made courier service entirely composed of bass players from this community. Just open a thread in General Discussion asking if anyone would be passing between where the bass is and where you live. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnFitzgerald Posted August 4, 2020 Share Posted August 4, 2020 50 minutes ago, kodiakblair said: John You ask if anybody is heading north and could they collect the Tokai, they pass it on to somebody heading further north and it winds it's way to Cumbernauld 😀 Thanks D ;-) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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