Wilko Johnson Miniature Guitar Replica By Axman

Born John Peter Wilkinson on July 12th 1947, Wilko Johnson is best known as founder member, guitarist and songwriter for Canvey Island Pub Rock legends Dr Feelgood.

While at high school, Wilko played with several local bands, gaining an early taste for life on the road. He went to university in Newcastle to study for his BA in English Language and Literature and he would carry his interest in literature and writing right through his life. After graduating he travelled overland to India and when he returned to Essex he joined a local band called The Pigboy Charlie Band. This is the band that would soon evolve into Dr Feelgood and continue with many different line ups to the present day.

In an attempt to imitate the playing style of his Bo Diddley influenced hero Mick Green, who was guitar player for Johnny Kydd And The Pirates, Wilko developed a very cutting and percussive finger style playing technique. This unique sound was the driving force behind the sound of Dr Feelgood's early albums and stage shows and, although Wilko was only with the band from 1975 - 1977, it is his sound that defined the band for the rest of their career. This period is widely agreed to have produced most of the band's best material, and subsequent line ups struggled to get anywhere close to those early recordings.

After announcing a final album with Roger Daltrey and a 'farewell' tour to support it in 2013, we can happily report that Wilko is still very much with us and playing more than he ever has. Despite his terminal diagnosis, Wilko had pioneering surgery and recovered fully from his illness. A true legend of guitar playing and a totally unique character, long may he continue to entertain us.

Each Order Includes:
Handmade Mini Guitar
Mini Guitar Stand
Display Box
Artist Name Plate with 2 Acrylic Stands


Guitar Specification:
Body and Neck: Wood
Detail and finish: Plastic and Metal
Strings: Nylon
Height: 10 inches/25cm approx
Scale: 1:4

This is an unlicensed, handmade miniature replica guitar. It is for display purposes only and cannot be played.

Artist names are used for illustrative purposes only. Some well-known names are used to indicate the style of each guitar. None of the guitars are exact replicas in terms of proportions, sizes, or design.