The highly anticipated D’Angelico USA Masterbuilt reissue has arrived. This limited run model is built by acclaimed boutique luthier Gene Baker, Chief Master Builder at Premier Builders Guild (PBG), and his expert build team at the PBG Workshop in Arroyo Grande, California. The first reissue in the USA Masterbuilt Series is the iconic 1942 D’Angelico Excel. Based on extensive research beginning with MRI's of the original, the Excel Reissue is an authentic update enhanced by modern hardware and appointments. "The 1942 D’Angelico Excel is a legendary instrument. I want you to feel the D’Angelico magic from the moment you hold this reissue in your hands." Gene Baker, Chief Master Builder, Premier Builders Guild