Finally, my Guild D50 in all its gorgeous Brazilian-backed beauty

[bobouz]

As I say in my notes, above, Guild confirmed the back was Brazilian when I took it to them for repair.

Ah yes, I see that upon rereading. Very cool that NH confirmed it.
Here's the back & sides of the '73 F-30R. Don't know what it is, but regardless, I just like it!

 

[wileypickett]

Gorgeous! Expanding it, it does have some of the attributes of BRW.

 

[MLBob]

Great "back-story" Glenn. It's cool to hear how all the elements came together to bring a great find like that to you!