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Description

The 2003 GPC Guitars Matt Skiba Signature model guitar is one of the most sought after Giorgini Precision Craft (GPC) designs and limited to only 100 guitars, this Skiba model is a no nonsense tribute to one of the most prominent movers and shakers in modern punk. Loosely based on Skiba's love for Jaguars, this model features one Dimarzio PAF Classic humbucker in the bridge position that's perfectly suited to the thick, cutting distortion of Alkaline Trio and Blink 182 tracks.

The hard maple neck has a full 25 1/2" scale, with a slender C shaped profile and rosewood fretboard with shark tooth pearloid inlays. The stock frets are just shy of a medium jumbo width, with plenty of height and well rounded crowns. Currently the frets show no notable wear, and the guitar plays cleanly up the neck with no buzzing or dead spots. The graphite nut measures 1 5/8" in width, and in conjunction with the locking Sperzel tuners, this guitar has excellent tuning stability.

The alder body has a gloss black finish with a bright red Jazzmaster-shaped pickguard outfitted with a single Volume knob. A second mini-switch was added to the control layout in the past, and that hole (adjacent to the input jack) has been cleanly plugged and finished to match the pickguard. Other features include a string through body design and black Graph Tech bridge with individual saddles.

Due to the limited production run of only 100 instruments, these Skiba guitars rarely come up for sale, and with GPC no longer making guitars, there will never be a reissue!

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about 2003 GPC Matt Skiba Signature Jaguar.

Build quality

  • The original guitars are noted for occasionally missing their strap, and some owners have mentioned the inclusion of a certificate and case, although these are often not found together.

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Features and functionality

  • The guitar's appeal is linked to its association with Matt Skiba, with one owner mentioning having the iconic leopard print strap, adding to its collectible status.

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User experience

  • Owners express a strong emotional connection, often regretting sales due to financial constraints, indicating the guitar's enduring sentimental value.

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  • One owner recreated the guitar using Fender and Warmoth parts, preferring a playable replica over a display piece.

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  • Some owners express a desire to keep the guitar for its uniqueness, despite not playing it for years, highlighting its status as a collector's item.

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Value and pricing

  • These guitars are rare, with sightings on platforms like Reverb being infrequent, and they command high prices, especially with original paperwork or unique features.

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  • A signed version is currently priced at $3300 AUD, reflecting its collectible status despite some considering it beyond their budget.

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Comparisons

  • Although the Skiba Signature is highly valued by fans, it's noted that it doesn't match the playability and quality of higher-end guitars like the Ibanez Pia.

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Yep that’s it

He used this back before his custom shops. They were sold briefly and still pop up every once and awhile for sale. He is seen using these live in some earlier concerts

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Matt Skiba

Singer, Guitarist

Blink-182

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The 2003 GPC Matt Skiba Signature Jaguar was specifically designed for Matt Skiba prior to his transition to using guitars from Washburn and Fender. A user-uploaded photo on Tumblr showcases this signature instrument.

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