Based on my literature, it looks like the Z was first marketed by Hondo in 1983. They were gone by 1988. I don't have any 1986-87 literature so I can't tell you for sure when marketing stopped.
In 1983, the base model was a H-77 and there were a variety of variations that had model numbers up to H-780. There was also a fancy graphics version that came in 3-4 variations called the H-781.
Looks to me like the model numbers and features changed every year until they disappeared. If you want info on your specific instrument I suggest you invest $10 in the Catalog Library to research exactly what you have. Given the time you spend to scrape together bits and pieces of information, the subscription is cheap and will likely answer your questions.
good luck with your research,
steve
Statistics: Posted by VintAxe — Wed Nov 26, 2008 11:49 am
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Thanks
Nick
Statistics: Posted by Tonto — Tue Nov 25, 2008 3:06 pm
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For what it's worth, these "Destroyer" models are quite desirable. And they still make them:
The red fingerboard is going to be a clue to an expert. I'm not coming up with anything on it, yet.
OK, a little more searching, and I found it's an Ibanez Destroy DT250.
Statistics: Posted by mrblanche — Sun Aug 31, 2008 8:29 am
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I would need a better picture to tell you who made the guitar in your photograph.
In the mid 1980's, a lot of companies made "star shaped" guitars. Here are a few that come to mind:
Guild X-88D Flying Star
Ibanez Destroyer II
Dean ML
Tokai Five Star
I can get a picture of my Hondo, but at the moment my son has taken the camera to take pictures of his car (Anyone want to buy a 1st Gen RX-7)
I'll get the camera back and post a couple of pictures soon.
steve
Statistics: Posted by VintAxe — Fri Aug 08, 2008 6:47 pm
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do you have a picture of your h-775?
thanks
mike
Statistics: Posted by mike — Wed Aug 06, 2008 6:57 pm
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Hondo made the "star shape" H-775 around 1983 which is similar to the guitar in your picture. However, to my knowledge, the H-775 only came in a one humbucker version. The H-775 also had a bound top, I can't tell whether the guitar in your picture has this feature or not.
I have a red H-775 that I would sell if you are interested. sb
Statistics: Posted by VintAxe — Tue Aug 05, 2008 10:08 am
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with dual hummbukers, three knobs, and switch?
thanks
mike
Statistics: Posted by mike — Mon Aug 04, 2008 9:17 am
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