Charlie Christian® is a registered trademark of D'Leco Acoustic Instruments, Oklahoma City, OK info@charliechristianguitars.com James Dale / Charlie Christian® handcrafted archtop guitars are built in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and are the only guitars endorsed by the estate of Charlie Christian®. D'Leco Guitars history begins as far back as 1953 with James W. Dale and his father. In 1991 a unique partnership was formed between world renowned guitar builder, James W. Dale and Oklahoma guitarist and entrepreneur, Maurice Johnson. Johnson, who has authored several music industry books, is also the creator of Gigorama Software, musician's business tracking software products. Dale and Johnson's efforts have made a significant impact on the collectible guitar market. Also D'Leco Guitars was among the world famous, Blue Guitar Collection commissioned by New Jersey collector, Scott Chinery.