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The stunning new generation Rapier Saffire solid bodied 6 string electric guitar is a product design from Alan Entwistle, the UK genius guitar designer responsible for a host of successful guitar lines and accessories.
The Rapier Saffire Series is based on iconic models that played a major role in the industry of British guitars, serving countless up and coming 60s British Beat groups and helped launch the careers of many guitarists in the 60s and 70s and, whilst Entwistle has successfully retained all the glorious charms and characteristics of the original Sapphire 6, significant and meticulous attention has been made within hardware upgrades, construction and playability.
Now offered in a beautiful 3-Tone Sunburst, Greenburst and Vintage White offset with chrome hardware and 3-ply split scratchplates and black gloss headstock with redesigned Rapier decals, the new generation Saffire looks stunning.
Selected specifically for its natural sonic characteristics, Okoume, from Central Africa, is the chosen tonewood for the body, whilst for speed, comfort and accuracy, the 4-bolt, soft ‘C’ profiled neck with fully adjustable truss rod, is now crafted from hard rock Canadian maple, with a 12" radius, bound rosewood fingerboard with block inlays and 22 medium jumbo frets (including zero fret).
For accurate intonation, tuning stability and perfect return to pitch from the original vibrato design, the new generation Rapier Saffire 6 string guitar now features a smooth, friction-free, precision cut 43mm GraphTech Nubone nut, Wilkinson machine heads and high spec’d roller bridge.
Hardware upgrades also include a trio of Entwistle’s custom wound, Astrosonic single coil pickups, constructed with 7mm alnico 5, rod magnets mounted on a steel base plate, delivering a full rich dynamic response throughout all frequencies via a 5 way selector switch and single volume and tone pot. The latter, is wired with Entwistle’s own Smooth Track Tone Control circuitry, ensuring a gradual response and clarity throughout the full sweep of the tone control.
It’s quite apparent that Entwistle himself is a creative genius, as witnessed within the Saffire's wiring, which includes the Entwistle ATN5, a 5-way rotary switch housed on the top horn offering a wide range of additional tonal extremities, from acoustic-like qualities, mid-range boost and high-end chime and clarity for extreme tonal versatility.
Specifically designed as a ‘player’s guitar’, the Rapier Saffire 6 string electric guitar, not only rekindles nostalgic memories for old-school players and collectors, it’s the professional choice for Britain’s new young talent, effortlessly lending itself to all styles, from country, jazz, pop, to blues and rock, whilst offering exceptional playability and performance.
Specifications. Body: Original double-cut solid body featuring Okoume, a central African tonewood chosen specifically for its warmth, depth and high-end clarity.
Vibrato: Original Saffire Hi Lo design smooth action vibrato system, with chrome finish. Pickups: 3 Alan Entwistle Custom Wound low-noise Astrosonic single coil pickups , featuring alnico 5, 7mm rod magnets, delivering exceptional tonal response, balance output and clarity.
Controls: Two Volume Controls with Global Tone control featuring Entwistle SmoothTrak tone circuit producing a gradual response when the tone control is wound back. 5-way pickup selector switch. 5-position ATN 5 rotary switch, offers advanced sonic versatility within pickup frequency parameters.
Machine heads: 6 in line: Wilkinson machineheads provide simple, effective action for maximum tuning stability.
Neck: 4 bolt hard rock Canadian maple with soft ‘C’ profile for instant comfort, speed, accuracy and great feel. Fully adjustable trussrod.
Fingerboard: 12in radius, bound rosewood fingerboard, fitted with 22 medium jumbo frets (including zero fret), block inlay position markers.
Scale Length: 24.74 / 62.83 mm.
Frets: 22- including zero fret. Medium profile for added comfort, accuracy and an overall positive feel.
All items are professionally packed for safe transit
Tracked UK delivery options available at checkout
Orders placed before 1pm (Mon–Fri) are usually dispatched the same working day
Guitars may require 1–2 additional working days for final setup
UK Delivery: Standard and next working day options available. Some remote areas may incur an additional charge — we’ll always contact you before dispatch.
International Shipping: Worldwide shipping available — please contact us for a quote before ordering.
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Online Orders – 14-Day Returns (Distance Selling Regulations) Customers who make a purchase online or via distance selling are entitled to return an item within 14 days of receipt, in accordance with the Consumer Contracts Regulations. Items must be in unused condition and returned with all original packaging and documentation.
Refunds will be issued to the original payment method once the item has been inspected and confirmed to be in resalable condition.
Return shipping is the responsibility of the customer unless the item is faulty or supplied in error.
In-Store Purchases Items purchased in-store are not eligible for a refund. However, we do offer exchange or a store credit (gift card) for in-store purchases returned within 14 days, provided they are in their original condition with proof of purchase.
Exclusions Please note that custom orders, modified items, B-stock, clearance items, and goods obtained through part exchange are non-refundable, unless faulty.
Partial Refunds There are certain situations where only partial refunds may be granted, at our discretion. These include, but are not limited to:
Guitars returned with protective plastic film removed from pickguards or pickups.
Items showing signs of use or handling.
Missing or damaged original packaging, tags, or accessories.
All returns are inspected upon receipt. If a return does not meet the conditions above, we reserve the right to refuse it or issue a partial refund.
New Items — 12-Month Warranty
All new products sold by Guitar Warehouse are covered by a 12-month manufacturer’s warranty, in line with UK consumer law.
This warranty covers manufacturing defects and faults that occur under normal use. In the event of an issue, we will assist with the warranty process and liaise with the manufacturer or authorised service centre where required.
This warranty does not cover:
Normal wear and tear
Damage caused by misuse, neglect, accident, or unauthorised repair/modification
Consumable items (such as strings, valves, batteries, etc.)
Pre-Owned Items — 3-Month Warranty
All pre-owned items are supplied with a 3-month Guitar Warehouse warranty.
This covers faults that arise from normal use and were not apparent at the time of sale. All pre-owned instruments and equipment are checked, tested, and set up prior to sale to ensure they are fully functional.
This warranty does not cover:
Cosmetic wear consistent with age or prior use
Damage caused by misuse, neglect, accident, or unauthorised repair/modification
Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims.
Warranty claims must be reported as soon as a fault is identified.
Warranty is non-transferable and applies to the original purchaser only.
Your statutory rights under UK consumer law are not affected.
For warranty claims on distance sales, customers are responsible for safely returning the item to us for inspection. Where a valid warranty fault is confirmed, we will cover the cost of returning the item to the customer.
If you have any questions about warranty coverage, please contact us — we’re always happy to help.
