Auction Alert! Rory Gallagher's Iconic Fender Stratocaster Up For Grabs

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[@badger51]

Its a treasure and should be in an Irish museum. Rory was, and is, a national treasure

[@mybluesguitar]

I agree

[@cyberhead243]

Totally agree with this sentiment.

[@miknev5]

Heck yeah

[@bluesmaster9896]

100%

[@gteefxr3094]

What country should his "National Treasureness", be applied too?.

[@taichi500]

The first time I got to meet him I couldn't take my eyes off it, so he said "you can pick it up if you want". I did, very carefully. I feel so gratified to him for allowing this as its a memory I have cherished for years.

[@mybluesguitar]

Wonderful memory, Graham. Thanks for sharing

[@frankporfidio9813]

Band I was working for mixing monitors opened some dates for him on the Jinx tour . Same thing as you , He laughed as I watched him open the case and just handed it to me ! one of the nicest and most genuine people I have EVER met on the road and the stories he told ? PRICELESS !!!!! May he always R.I.P.

[@michaelworse6034]

This is an Irish ☘️ guitar and should stay in Ireland forever . Legend ❤

[@mybluesguitar]

I agree, Michael.

[@MilosBrajkovic-rc3ik]

By all means! Respect from Serbia.

[@Lookup2Wakeup]

Made by that well known Irishman Leo Fender ..... 😂

[@KRAZEEIZATION]

It was made in USA!

[@dancingtrout6719]

@@KRAZEEIZATION oh yah give it to me im in ohio ..lolz

[@annkearns7175]

🎸it is one of the most recognizable instruments of all time.Rory’s guitar was listed as one of the 10 Stratocasters to die for and was put on display at a fender exhibition which included guitars that belonged to Jimi Hendrix,Hank Marvin,Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck-but Rory’s stood out. It is so distinctive it needed no explanation as to whom it belonged to.Fender has reproduced Rory’s Strat in every detail. It is certainly on the wish list of many guitarists and fans.Bring it on home to Ireland where it all began.RORY IS IRELANDS PRIDE.THE GALLAGHER LEGACY WILL LIVE LONG AND WILL BE HANDED DOWN TO NEW GENERATIONS.

[@RandyFricke]

Rory played hard. As a guitar player myself that's what I want to see. He was never wimpy with his guitar. He made it groan.

[@ericmccomb0369]

Absolutely buddy, I know exactly what ye mean. Even with the acoustic he hammered it, it's us Irish we just wanna rock. I only saw him once in the Ulster Hall in Belfast, I think it was around '89/'90, & I was in awe, & a total gentleman. ✊

[@abrigospardos]

Without a doubt, one of the most valuable, and most road-worn Strats ever. They say Strats can take a beating and bounce back, this one is a perfect example!

[@fus149hammer5]

I only saw Rory once, at the Bridgehouse in Canning Town. That night I learned what a true guitar genius was. Imagine a band with Phil, Gary and Rory?

[@Junkbox44]

The Irish State should buy Rory Gallaghers Stratocaster which is up for auction in October for an estimated price of over 1 million euro, its a huge part of Irish culture and music and such artefacts need to stay in Ireland 🇮🇪

[@Vespa123]

its an american guitar built in america by americans

[@Junkbox44]

@@Vespa123 Bought in cork, played and made famous by one of Ireland’s most famous guitarists. You Americans have Elvis Presley‘s rhinestone encrusted jumpsuits on display in your country and they where made in China. but hey, who am I to argue 😂

[@Vespa123]

@@Junkbox44 i'm english 😂

[@Junkbox44]

@@Vespa123 my sincere condolences 😂

[@iainb1577]

@@Vespa123 So?

[@patrickmoore5580]

Rory was kind enough to let me play his guitar for a few minutes when I met him in Memphis after a show in 1979. Guess what! I didn’t sound like Rory!,,It wasn’t a particularly smooth set up, it was set up as Rory wanted, but it fought back a bit. He was a remarkable guitarist, and a friendly, but rather quiet, gentleman.

[@mybluesguitar]

Thanks for sharing the memory, Patrick.

[@sickb2200]

We don't select guitars they select us. It found Rory one day and became his life long friend which is priceless.

[@SD_UK]

Absolutely. And a great sentiment. Completely at odds with current 'guitar culture' which is most often about owning as many as possible!

[@michaelworse6034]

@@SD_UK …rather than the best as possible

[@dancingtrout6719]

wow who woulda thunk '' im stuck with leo fenders hot rodded personal team strats...lol

[@fordsrestorations970]

Exactly my friend and that is so very true how my Stratocaster found me as I was walking on past that it grabbed me

[@lucyfuir6386]

Found him twice actually

[@enriquegilmour]

Rory Gallaghers 1961 Fender Stratocaster is the most underrated 1961 Fender Stratocaster in the history of 1961 Fender Stratocasters.

[@francomartini4328]

It could be said that this guitar was Rory's wife. He never got married and never had children but instead dedicated his life to being a gigging musician. That guitar birthed his offspring, his records. I was hooked from the time I heard _Live in Europe_ and I saw him at the Rainbow in Finsbury Park in December 1973 when he was doing the _Blueprint_ tour.

[@buzzedalldrink9131]

@@francomartini4328 he was in the closet

[@francomartini4328]

@@buzzedalldrink9131 I couldn't care less.

[@buzzedalldrink9131]

@@francomartini4328 me neither but thats why

[@HexxHenderson]

Back in the 80s I saw Rory open up for rush in Great Falls Montana. I was right up at the front of the stage. It was awesome. I even bought a T-shirt. I still have it.

[@PT_English]

Relics... I got his autograph at Liverpool's Philharmonic when he was with Taste and also on first solo tour!

[@mybluesguitar]

Great memory!

[@pooleywooley]

Picture Rory in your minds eye now and I bet it is an image of him playing this strat! Both Rory and this guitar are iconic examples of what can be achieved with just raw talent and dedication, he didn't need any of the bullshit or hype that is continuously prevalent in the music industry today.

[@howardtyler7]

Amazing guitar and a superb guitarist. Saw him playing this guitar at Hammersmith Odeon in the ‘70’s cranked straight to the P.A. through a Vox AC30!! Some guitars have magical qualities! R.I.P Rory 💚

[@denAlexVA]

Thank you! I saw Rory play this strat in DC and I was 10 ft. away. 1971. Now then he also played a mandolin at the show. It was a club in Georgetown. Always loved Taste and his solo band. The best for providing this history to the public. A buddy of mine who was English and played the clubs in London in the 60's and 70's told me that Rory had one of the first strats that came to Ireland and the UK. We might think that this was incredulous? However, the UK was still paying off war debts to the US and there were heavy tariffs on non essential goods, I recall in 1964 (I was 11) seeing a photo in a magazine of a ton of Liverpool bands. Very very few had American guitars due to the cost. They were very expensive. No wonder as time went on that the first stop for British Bands in the US was 48th Street in NYC which had tons of guitar shops. Serious stuff. I recall when the owner of Alex Music on 48th St. gloated at the price that he sold Clapton his Explorer. "I got the best out of him". Five Grand. 1973. Now then, what is it worth today? Even though part of the guitar had been sawed off. Thanks again!

[@donaldlamkin1305]

I was fortunate enough to see Rory perform live as Special Guest with RUSH at The Spectrum, Philadelphia in 1982. Unforgettable

[@ErickvdK]

Cool! Weird combination, I love it!😊

[@donaldlamkin1305]

@@ErickvdK Apparently, Rush had opened for him earlier in their career

[@ErickvdK]

@@donaldlamkin1305 So I read, 1 or 2 comments lower. What a ride!

[@Archmac]

BONO or U2 should buy it for the people of IRELAND pennies to him/them

[@jw_au]

Absolutely… and The Edge is a Strat/Vox guy so makes sense he buys it too I reckon

[@tomvalentine4928]

O Leary will step in and save the day

[@ErickvdK]

Yeah, Bono, the messiah!😂

[@cgavin1]

Very sad that the family are selling this guitar. It CANT go in a glass box in some tacky American casino or fast food chain.

[@elflakeador09]

Probably his brothers doing

[@cgavin1]

@@elflakeador09 It is sad because his brother has a son. The line didn't die out with Rory. If that was my kid I'd be saying "maybe not you, but some day another Gallagher will pick up guitar and have this for inspiration." Money can't buy that kind of legacy.

[@elflakeador09]

@@cgavin1 I agree 100%, but sure you can't feed greed. I'd never let it out of my family if it was mine.

[@michaelworse6034]

@@elflakeador09 Money changes everything < as they say ..

[@elflakeador09]

@@michaelworse6034 that's the truth unfortunately.

[@petertaysum8947]

SRV's and RG's Strats are in a league of their own, while Willie Nelson's Trigger says "Hold my beer".

[@frankcarter6427]

I saw him 3 times in the 70s - nowt better - but it's still just an old strat, I've got one - I hope his family benefit and enjoy the money. Rory was a legend

[@clouddog2393]

l saw him several times during the 70's and every gig was great with Rory as always giving 100% .

[@iamanovercomer3253]

It would have been great to see Rory Gallagher, Jeff Beck, Alvin Lee, Robin Trower 🎸 playing together on stage. It would have been the concert of the century ‼️

[@moose6676]

I’m sure Joe Bonamassa will get lots of use out of it. I had the pleasure to see Rory Gallagher 3 times in the 70s I’ll never forget it …… He was absolutely brilliant. God Bless him. Wish I had the money to buy his Strat 🥲

[@brendanwakely1809]

This does not belong to anybody’s hands but his , Let it stay in the museum for all to appreciate & admire 🙏

[@grahamtaylor3093]

Love to see this iconic guitar in an Irish museum for all to see. I hope it doesn’t get locked away in a private collection.🇦🇺🎸👍🦘

[@mybluesguitar]

I hope so too. An Irish museum as its new home would be perfect.

[@catabaticanabatic3800]

It should be out there being played. I'm sure Rory would agree.

[@thehomefront1905]

Nah, that would be a waste. Nobody goes to Ireland. It's much better off in London. London is a cool happening place, it's where all the best musicians come from.

[@vincentlussier8264]

I would rather see it in an Irish museum of some kind. Not in the hands of another greedy collector who wants to flip it for more money! People don't realize that great guitar makers like Fender didn't make guitars for collectors, they made them for people to play music !

[@nighttimepaul5209]

I've a fiver that say a certain blues guitarist and famous collector initials JB buys ALL of this Gallagher lot. I kind of hope he does. At least it'll go out on tour.

[@BlueStratRedStrat]

Yes, Jack Black will definitely bid for this.

[@user-kg8vd5vh2e]

I agree with you , JB always loved the story behind the guitar and this guitar stands neck to neck with the blackie Strat . And we know it will be in good hands with JB .

[@douglaschristine8387]

​@@user-kg8vd5vh2e I think Bonnamasa has Paul Kossof's Les Paul.

[@nighttimepaul5209]

@@BlueStratRedStrat jack Black completely sucks. Always has. He's a hack .

[@James-zx1qy]

I was thinking the same thing or Brian May who truly honored Roy as a your lad and to this day. 😊

[@bradnelson4778]

I am an Australian, and this must stay in his homeland/heartland. A very important piece of Irish music history. I saw him play this guitar in Sydney in the late 70’s and anyone who saw him Iive, knows there is nothing else to say.

[@user-ye4jl1ze8x]

Met him many times when he played the marquee club in London just such a generous man with his time gave me so much information on tunings and set up still use to this day such a unique sound and style still miss him

[@alparotti]

do you know how he setups his strat? high action, neck relief etc.?

[@user-ye4jl1ze8x]

@@alparotti hi pretty sure he used a 10 relief with a high action he also had an 8 but don’t think he used it much. I can’t remember the string gauges I should have written it down but we are talking late 60s and was using lsd so memories are vague to say the least. Hope that helps a bit

[@alparotti]

@@user-ye4jl1ze8x hell yeah thank you!

[@brianwells4507]

From what I've read over the years is the pickups have a pinkish color that was the result of Rory cutting his hand playing so frantically. The pink color is the result of his own blood!

[@jeffholliday8304]

It’s got to be one of the best Stratocaster’s ever played. I hope his family gets a lot of money for it.

[@blimbag]

So glad I got to see this legend

[@ronniemchale8422]

Should be bought by a musical admirer eg. Brian May and donated to a museum in Ireland.

[@igolfjtweetler4097]

Nobody is out bidding BM if he wants it.

[@Andy-ri1ns]

@@igolfjtweetler4097Joe B will have it ha

[@mybluesguitar]

Great idea: donated to a museum in Ireland.

[@kkrsnn5632]

Call Brian 😉

[@scottmatthews172]

Rory was ahead of his time. He was making Strat magic before Hendrix.

[@Deliquescentinsight]

I like the idea of Rory's Strat being played, instruments are for making music, while it could be placed in a museum I think if a player owns it the true spirit of Rory Gallagher will be honored.

[@jeffsimon9594]

I believe Rory also left quite a stash of personal effects: records and tapes including studio reel tapes of his demos etc, I read an article somewhere on how his nephews are preserving that archive.

[@mybluesguitar]

There is all kinds of stuff in the auction, Jeff. The catalogue will make interesting reading.

[@IwoIwanov]

And that's how you relic a Stratocaster.

[@anthonypanneton923]

I saw Rory in the early '70s in America at a small club called The Keg in Washington DC. He played that Strat thru two Vox AC30s. Absolutely glorious sound and tone, and amazing playing and singing. Those were the days...

[@mybluesguitar]

Great memory, Anthony!

[@douglaschristine8387]

Thanks for the great video on Rory and his Stratocaster. One of a kind, the both of them.

[@mybluesguitar]

Glad you enjoyed it, Douglas. Thank you so much.

[@5150show]

1.5 to 2 million I reckon

[@derekclacton]

💯 Wouldn’t be surprised at all 👍

[@5150show]

@@alfsmith4936 let's sit back and see 😊

[@mybluesguitar]

😬

[@catabaticanabatic3800]

More, much more.

[@timmcalpine9518]

Bonamassa

[@deanallen927]

They always say that it's time for these guitars to be shared or begin a second life; but almost none of them will ever be seen again except by the owners - at first; then never.

[@stevesteve1965.]

And you Sir should be on hand at Bonhams as the demonstration artist.

[@mybluesguitar]

You're too kind, Steve.

[@DavidRyan-li6fg]

Personally The Thought That This Iconic Guitar Could End Up In Private Hands Would Be a Tragedy. It Belongs in an Irish Museum As a National Treasure.. Surely All The other Rory Items on Sale Would Keep The Gallagher Estate Bank Manager Happy.

[@mybluesguitar]

...what did Jimi say about Rory, Rob? Cheers and thanks in advance.

[@vincentbull]

I wouldn't be surprised if Fender aquire it

[@marcellino1956]

I have one of his pick taped to my guitar....I touch it and give him thanks for teaching me to play

[@mybluesguitar]

Cool

[@oatnoid]

Well played , Sir, well played.

[@Paul-D]

Wow i found out here first. Really feel uneasy about it being put up for auction. I do hope some ‘hall of fame’ type organisation club together for it

[@JPSTINGRAY62]

Belongs to the Irish music history and therefore in RG museum!

[@alanhowell3646]

It sounds a bit like Trigger’s broom.

[@frankmurphyburr3598]

😂😂😂

[@fus149hammer5]

But aren't most collectibles? A classic car or watch? If they are old they must have had maintenance at some point if not complete restorations. I doubt there's a classic musical instrument that's still got all it's stock equipment. This guitar simply has history.

[@dancingtrout6719]

i saw him back in the late seventies early 80's

[@lucyfuir6386]

That thing has been through the mud...literally

[@sdingeswho]

I hope Rory’s Strat goes to someone who will actually *play* it, and I mean in actual live concerts. I mean somebody *good*, not just some geezer with a pile of money. It deserves to be heard again 🎸🤩👍!

[@aminahmed2220]

Absolutely fantastic have a wonderful day mark ❤😊

[@mybluesguitar]

Thanks my friend

[@burlatsdemontaigne6147]

Rory also claimed that the Strat was stolen at some stage and found dumped in a roadside ditch submerged in water. It was that, he claimed, which gave it his iconic tone.

[@mybluesguitar]

Might be a case of 'don't try this at home'

[@pedrowolfe5311]

Rory, a unique phenomenal musician up there with J Beck et Al worshipped around the Globe

[@jockster5525]

A legend in music, a hero of Ireland, a son of god and gentleman till the end

[@Kelso13]

I really hope this goes to someone like Joe Bonamassa or a museum who can treat it with the respect it deserves. I’d be pissed if it just went on the wall of some banker who can barely hold down a bar chord.

[@agamemnonhatred]

😮I thought Dónal was never going to sell the '61. There's no word of a sale on his website.

[@Richard_Lush]

I agree should be in a museum. It’ll go for a HUGE amount.

[@bethlehemeisenhour8352]

We are all naked before GOD, let people just be people.

[@clivegilmore9598]

Although not alive at the time to appreciate the impact or Rory’s shows at the Ulster Hall, Rory being one of a few artists who would come to Belfast at the height of the Troubles. It would be a fitting tribute to see this on displayed at the UH building. Belfast City Council get the wallet out! 😂

[@HIWATTSteve]

It's bridge was also changed from a stock 61.

[@johnperiard9594]

Ive got the stpck Noiseless pick-ups in my strat. If theyre good enough for EC, theyre good enough for me. Great video!!

[@rosewoodsteel6656]

It should be displayed in a glass case in Donegal Town.

[@tonytothe8544]

I hope this iconic guitar stays in Ireland but probably will not.

[@hw2508]

I hope it will be played on stage and not be locked away in some collection.

[@gibbytone75]

It should be in a museum in Ireland but it will probably end up in Nerdville. The upside is Joe Bonamassa actually plays his vintage guitars on stage.

[@koiplo]

I’m afraid that creep Bonamassa is going to buy it

[@GeneralTso-nl8tk]

I'm guessing it will go for $2M-$3M. Edge will probably buy it.

[@mybluesguitar]

Has he ever bought any other high-profile guitars? i would have thought it's more likely to be Mr. Irsay who will be after it. But many are hoping it remains in Ireland.

[@jcg5571]

I wonder if his National Triolian is one of the other items up for sale? That would be a cool piece to have.

[@sonjadietz5297]

It is so sad ! Somebody can buy it -- But NO ONE can play this Guitar as Rory ! RIP

[@FenderTele]

I hope the Strat isnt split from the Vox AC 30 and rangemaster treble booster they need to be put together as one lot.

[@mybluesguitar]

Would make a nice museum display

[@thorstenriedel3152]

I agree, this guitar must stay in Ireland in a Museum. Rory was an ambassador of the proud Ireland. This says a german guy and Roryfan since 1980.......he wrote the soundtrack of our youth and lives......i would love to visit Ireland one day

[@jonkerr2050]

That’ll be a million dollar guitar. Be interesting to see if Bonamassa try’s to get it. I know he’s played it on stage before.

[@ryangunwitch-black]

I want it. ❤

[@Dreyno]

I have some Herco Flex 75s. Didn’t know that was what Rory used. Think I bought them because Jimmy Page used them but I prefer Tortex.

[@mybluesguitar]

I use the Herco Flex 75s myself.

[@LaurenceOConnor-fg4dk]

Rory's guitar belongs in Ireland in a museum where others can see and be inspired to become musicians.

[@mybluesguitar]

Many agree, Laurence

[@peach495]

He sweat a lot on that guitar & apparently never had it refinished. His DNA is actually embedded in that guitar.

[@LeonardNewman-g4j]

I use those picks

[@mybluesguitar]

Me too

[@beachlifebestlife]

i say dont mess with his guitar.....

[@larrylow5641]

That's the whole point Leo fender designed Strats as a working class guitar ..you don't have to be a guitar tec or guitar builder to repair them... the real value is coping his style for fun if you can . save your money for something else like lessons ???😄😄

[@NLKINK]

That guitar should stay in Ireland. Yes, maybe in a museum so people can see it. And it should be played every now and then by invited guitar players.

[@evhou812]

This guitar should stay in Ireland and shouldn't be sold to some collector who will store it in a vault

[@DH-tj6tf]

No Fake Relic shit for Rory his Strat battle-ax was his money maker thru thick and thin, yeah it's a Museum piece‼️😎

[@mybluesguitar]

But which museum?

[@tallthinkev]

If it was any other 61 Strat, -20% because of refret, -10% changed tuners, -5% new nut, -5% new pickguard, -20% non original pickup's. I'll give you 1200 quid and I'm doing you a favour!

[@KRAZEEIZATION]

John Bonomassa will get it!

[@s2seltaeb]

Congratulations to Jim Irsay. 😆

[@mybluesguitar]

You could very well be right. A few people have suggested a museum in Ireland, which I think would be the perfect home for it, but the $$$ will get it.

[@samvermeulen9740]

Joe Bonamassa will probably buy it and refinish it in tweed fabric

[@jw_au]

David Evan’s has to buy this guitar and amp… primary gear Strat with an FS1 in the bridge, Vox amp!

[@mybluesguitar]

To use himself or give to the people of Ireland?

[@dancingtrout6719]

all that sweat theres alot of Rory in that Guitar oh myyyy::::.....

[@samguest8179]

I suppose i have a few spare quid lying around & could do with a nee guitar haha

[@mybluesguitar]

Go for it! It might be the day that all the high bidders ring in sick! :))

[@justindodsworth8893]

Triggers broom!

[@philipbrackpool-bk1bm]

I just hope it doesn’t disappear into private hands never to be seen again.

[@neil1390]

This is the most famous guitar in history,in my opinion, belongs in a museum, so people can be reminded of this great musician

[@mybluesguitar]

Many agree. A museum in Ireland is the popular vote.

[@michaelkerrigan4151]

The estimate of 700- million pounds is clearly conservative. Will easily pass 2 million US- as it should. Hopefully it will end up on display somewhere. It is the most iconic electric of them all, it is literally Rory's sweat and DNA given life in a piece of wood. Even above - "greenie" "blackie" "SRV1" and even Pages No 1. Only Hendrix's Woodstock guitar compares in icon terms.

[@tz7813]

After 8 new heads and 12 replacement handles its still grandads old axe!😂

[@mybluesguitar]

Lol

[@marcellino1956]

It should have went with him !!!!!

[@user-yh7un3sz7v]

A decent luthier would be able to refinish that as new.

[@mybluesguitar]

...then lightly relic it?

[@markstevens1729]

Now that’s a well-played guitar! It almost deserves retirement, but that’s not what a guitar is made for…

[@bigbri7519]

whens the auction?

[@mybluesguitar]

17th October, Bri

[@bigbri7519]

@@mybluesguitar Thanks!. I'm guessing 1.6-8 mill to Bonamassa for the strat.