Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Is this Australia’s ultimate vintage guitar destination? Join us for this week's Guitar Search Saturday as we head to Hawthorn, Victoria, to visit the legendary Guitar Colonel. From a genuine 1962 Pre-CBS Stratocaster to the ultra-rare Jimmy Page Signature Les Paul, this shop is a treasure trove of tone.
We sit down with Anthony (The Colonel) to talk shop history, famous celebrity clients, and the art of finding "The One." Whether you're into vintage Gibson archtops, boutique Australian pedals by Mozztronics, or 100-year-old acoustics, there is something in this video for every gear nerd!
In this episode, we find:
* A 1962 Vintage Fender Stratocaster
* The iconic Gibson Jimmy Page Les Paul
* A 1918 Gibson Acoustic (The "The Gibson" Headstock)
* The legendary Silvertone 1457 with the Amp-in-Case
* Boutique Paoletti Guitars made from ancient wine barrels
The Guitar Colonel guitarcolonel.com
112 Auburn Rd Hawthorn 3122 Melbourne Victoria Australia PH:0422958522
Support the channel:
If you enjoyed this shop tour, please LIKE the video and SUBSCRIBE for more Guitar Search Saturdays! Drop a comment below: Which of these guitars would you take home?
🔊 Dive deeper on this topic in The INTHEBLUES Tone Podcast!
Episode: Best & Worst Guitar Gear of 2025 → youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNYCekIbACITNOxtqSw5ZqY_gZumfCuV1
Full audio on Spotify/Apple: inthebluespodcast.com
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🛒 Best Used Guitars on Reverb - tidd.ly/4dCxOxl
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Video Chapters
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00:00 - Visiting Hawthorn, Victoria (Australia)
00:39 - Arriving at The Guitar Colonel Shop Tour
01:40 - Exploring the Guitar Shop Showroom
02:20 - Famous Musicians at The Guitar Colonel
02:43 - The Stairway to Vintage Guitar Heaven
03:13 - Rare Fender & Gibson Guitars Upstairs
04:00 - Fender American Pro II Rosewood Neck (Limited Edition)
04:29 - Fender American Original 50s Telecaster
05:06 - Vintage Gibson Archtops & ES-335 Collection
05:32 - Gibson Flying V & Explorer with EMG Pickups
05:51 - The Vibe at the Store!
06:13 - Testing a Killer Overdrive Pedal
06:47 - Mozztronics: Handbuilt Australian Boutique Pedals
07:03 - Fender Blues Jr. Relic & Kemper Profiler
07:19 - Rare Silvertone Electric (First Look)
07:56 - 2017 Gibson Les Paul Special Relic Review
08:35 - Gibson Chet Atkins Hollow Body
08:54 - 1978 Ibanez Artist (Vintage Japanese Mojo)
09:16 - The Acoustic Guitar Room Tour
09:37 - Checking Out More Boutique Acoustics
09:53 - Rhyannon’s Favorite Acoustic Guitar
10:15 - Subscribe for more Guitar Search Saturdays!
10:27 - Interview with Anthony (The Colonel)
10:50 - Guitar Colonel History & The New Location
11:46 - How the Consignment Business Works
12:52 - Rockstars & Famous Faces at the Shop
14:15 - Anthony & Shane’s Standout Guitar Picks
15:18 - 1962 Vintage Fender Stratocaster (Pre-CBS)
16:24 - Fender Masterbuilt Stratocaster Bowling Ball Finish
17:11 - Gibson Jimmy Page Signature Les Paul (Rare!)
18:27 - Vintage Silvertone 1457 with Amp-in-Case
19:13 - 1964 Fender Precision Bass (Vintage P-Bass)
19:45 - Paoletti Guitars: Wine Barrel Chestnut Wood
20:22 - 1918 Gibson L-1 Acoustic (Century Old Headstock)
21:24 - Martin Authentic D-41 Acoustic Guitar
22:24 - Amplifiers: Fender, Dr. Z, Silktone, Gretsch & More
23:13 - Final Thoughts & Wrap Up
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Is this Australia’s ultimate vintage guitar destination? Join us for this week's Guitar Search Saturday as we head to Hawthorn, Victoria, to visit the legendary Guitar Colonel. From a genuine 1962 Pre-CBS Stratocaster to the ultra-rare Jimmy Page Signature Les Paul, this shop is a treasure trove of tone.
We sit down with Anthony (The Colonel) to talk shop history, famous celebrity clients, and the art of finding "The One." Whether you're into vintage Gibson archtops, boutique Australian pedals by Mozztronics, or 100-year-old acoustics, there is something in this video for every gear nerd!
In this episode, we find:
* A 1962 Vintage Fender Stratocaster
* The iconic Gibson Jimmy Page Les Paul
* A 1918 Gibson Acoustic (The "The Gibson" Headstock)
* The legendary Silvertone 1457 with the Amp-in-Case
* Boutique Paoletti Guitars made from ancient wine barrels
The Guitar Colonel guitarcolonel.com
112 Auburn Rd Hawthorn 3122 Melbourne Victoria Australia PH:0422958522
Support the channel:
If you enjoyed this shop tour, please LIKE the video and SUBSCRIBE for more Guitar Search Saturdays! Drop a comment below: Which of these guitars would you take home?
🔊 Dive deeper on this topic in The INTHEBLUES Tone Podcast!
Episode: Best & Worst Guitar Gear of 2025 → youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNYCekIbACITNOxtqSw5ZqY_gZumfCuV1
Full audio on Spotify/Apple: inthebluespodcast.com
🇺🇸🇦🇺🇬🇧🎸Get the best prices on guitar gear below! 🇺🇸🇦🇺🇬🇧🌎🎸
🛒 Sweetwater Crazy Good Deals - sweetwater.sjv.io/dealzone
🛒 Guitar Center Massive Discounts - guitar-center.pxf.io/gbQbDv
🛒 Thomann's Guitar Bargain-Zone - thomannmusic.com/?offid=1&affid=345
🛒 Sky Music, Australia Guitar Bargains - alnk.to/9TaMrto
🛒 ZZounds Massive Deals - zzounds.com/blowouts/a--3990673
🛒 Artist Guitars - alnk.to/hhCBDJe
🛒 Best Used Guitars on Reverb - tidd.ly/4dCxOxl
=============================
Channel Memberships & Patreon
=============================
🔗 Find Me Online - https://linktr.ee/intheblues
►Patreon: patreon.com/intheblues
►Join this channel to get access to channel perks:
youtube.com/channel/UC-oSaKCCEffJph0F7m6_xfA/join
►My Sweetwater Gear Page - imp.i114863.net/intheblues
►intheblues Merch - intheblues.net/go/tees
=============================
Video Chapters
=============================
00:00 - Visiting Hawthorn, Victoria (Australia)
00:39 - Arriving at The Guitar Colonel Shop Tour
01:40 - Exploring the Guitar Shop Showroom
02:20 - Famous Musicians at The Guitar Colonel
02:43 - The Stairway to Vintage Guitar Heaven
03:13 - Rare Fender & Gibson Guitars Upstairs
04:00 - Fender American Pro II Rosewood Neck (Limited Edition)
04:29 - Fender American Original 50s Telecaster
05:06 - Vintage Gibson Archtops & ES-335 Collection
05:32 - Gibson Flying V & Explorer with EMG Pickups
05:51 - The Vibe at the Store!
06:13 - Testing a Killer Overdrive Pedal
06:47 - Mozztronics: Handbuilt Australian Boutique Pedals
07:03 - Fender Blues Jr. Relic & Kemper Profiler
07:19 - Rare Silvertone Electric (First Look)
07:56 - 2017 Gibson Les Paul Special Relic Review
08:35 - Gibson Chet Atkins Hollow Body
08:54 - 1978 Ibanez Artist (Vintage Japanese Mojo)
09:16 - The Acoustic Guitar Room Tour
09:37 - Checking Out More Boutique Acoustics
09:53 - Rhyannon’s Favorite Acoustic Guitar
10:15 - Subscribe for more Guitar Search Saturdays!
10:27 - Interview with Anthony (The Colonel)
10:50 - Guitar Colonel History & The New Location
11:46 - How the Consignment Business Works
12:52 - Rockstars & Famous Faces at the Shop
14:15 - Anthony & Shane’s Standout Guitar Picks
15:18 - 1962 Vintage Fender Stratocaster (Pre-CBS)
16:24 - Fender Masterbuilt Stratocaster Bowling Ball Finish
17:11 - Gibson Jimmy Page Signature Les Paul (Rare!)
18:27 - Vintage Silvertone 1457 with Amp-in-Case
19:13 - 1964 Fender Precision Bass (Vintage P-Bass)
19:45 - Paoletti Guitars: Wine Barrel Chestnut Wood
20:22 - 1918 Gibson L-1 Acoustic (Century Old Headstock)
21:24 - Martin Authentic D-41 Acoustic Guitar
22:24 - Amplifiers: Fender, Dr. Z, Silktone, Gretsch & More
23:13 - Final Thoughts & Wrap Up
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This YouTube channel participates in Affiliate programs. These programs are designed for the channel to earn an income using the links provided in the description or pinned comment section. Please note: Not all links on this website are affiliate links.
#GuitarSearchSaturday #VintageGuitar #FenderStratocaster #GibsonLes Paul #TheGuitarColonel #MelbourneMusic #GuitarShopTour #RareGuitars @GuitarColonel
