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Gretsch announce the beautiful Limited Edition Quilt Classic Falcon

October 1

A sophisticated rendition of the original masterpiece, the Gretsch G6136TGQM-59 Limited Edition Quilt Classic Falcon combines period-accurate features and appointments with stunning highly figured…

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