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Mark Knopfler Discussion => Mark Knopfler Discussion Forum => Topic started by: peterromer on March 07, 2023, 10:40:17 AM

Title: The Legends Series – 1937 National Replica Mini Guitar
Post by: peterromer on March 07, 2023, 10:40:17 AM
Hi,
Long story short I did not buy this but have it for free. I just wanted to share some pictures as it does not have such a smooth and cool paintjob as on these professional pictures on the MK website. So not only is it overpriced but the work could be better. I have it, and it is what it is.  I love it because of the iconic symbolism of the BIA album, which was the starting point for me as a teenager. Would I ever buy it, certainly not.
The USB key is actually pretty cool though. A heavy good quality thing with Mark Knopfler in 3 d.
There seems to be some sort of a chip placed inside the guitar. Can be seen on the back. I have no idea what that is for.   
(https://photos.app.goo.gl/yGMcKvur1wd4aVp29)
https://photos.app.goo.gl/yGMcKvur1wd4aVp29
Title: Re: The Legends Series – 1937 National Replica Mini Guitar
Post by: dustyvalentino on March 07, 2023, 11:29:22 AM
Hi,
Long story short I did not buy this but have it for free. I just wanted to share some pictures as it does not have such a smooth and cool paintjob as on these professional pictures on the MK website. So not only is it overpriced but the work could be better. I have it, and it is what it is.  I love it because of the iconic symbolism of the BIA album, which was the starting point for me as a teenager. Would I ever buy it, certainly not.
The USB key is actually pretty cool though. A heavy good quality thing with Mark Knopfler in 3 d.
There seems to be some sort of a chip placed inside the guitar. Can be seen on the back. I have no idea what that is for.   
(https://photos.app.goo.gl/yGMcKvur1wd4aVp29)
https://photos.app.goo.gl/yGMcKvur1wd4aVp29

Thanks for sharing Peter. This reinforces my view that MK ripped off the fans with this toy guitar.
Title: Re: The Legends Series – 1937 National Replica Mini Guitar
Post by: binone on March 07, 2023, 11:41:30 AM
This seems to be an RFID chip, perhaps an NFC. Try to read it with your phone