Vintage Gretsch Synchro-Matic Arch Top Hollow Body Tear Drop Guitar AS IS
In addition, several vintage amplifiers and speakers including an extremely rare and fine ca. 1942 Gibson Model EH185 with original cloth cover and several guitars, and a beautiful sunburst Guild hollow body arch top electric model T505B will be offered. You will also find vintage guitar pedals, violins, Hawaiian steel guitar, clarinets, trumpet, hard to find cords, etc.
A child prodigy, he was headlining concerts by the time he was 6 years old. In 1938, he came in second place to Maria Callas!
On the nationally syndicated Major Bowes Amateur Hour. Innumerable honors followed, including national championships. His teaching career lasted over 40 years, producing many national champions. These instruments and accessories have been in storage since the late 1980's. We look forward to passing them on to a new generation of talented musicians. Vintage Gretsch Synchro-Matic Arch Top Hollow Body Tear Drop Guitar - AS IS. Description : A vintage Gretsh Synchro-Matic arch top hollow body guitar, it has a tear drop cut outs to the body. It is marked with serial number 764 stamped into the head, which we matched up for it to be circa 1940s, pre war era. We also believe that it can possibly be model number 160. This vintage guitar features a spruce top with natural coloring fading to a chocolaty brown exterior with wonderful original patina. It has a rosewood bridge and neck inlaid with mother of pearl. The flame birch back with a repeated star burst coloring.A highly prized guitar in need of some restoration. Size : Overall length 42", body length 21, width 16", 9 1/2" and 11 3/4". Condition : You can see much of the trim work around the edge of the guitar and neck is either popped off or missing.
The seam in the center shows slight separation as photoed. A highly prized guitar in need of restoration. Note, there will be pieces broken off when you receive, we are sure.We are always on the lookout for quality antiques, collections and decorative arts. Please Note: We do our very best to describe each and every lot we sell accurately pointing out all flaws that would impact a pieces value and or aesthetics. We include several photographs from every angle as if you were holding the piece in your hands, so sure to read the description carefully and take your time browsing our photos.
The Best Friendly Customer Service. Powered by SixBit's eCommerce Solution. The item "Vintage Gretsch Synchro-Matic Arch Top Hollow Body Tear Drop Guitar AS IS" is in sale since Friday, August 07, 2015. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Vintage, Retro, Mid-Century\Unknown". The seller is "bkcranston" and is located in North Scituate, Rhode Island. This item can be shipped to United States.- Brand: Gretsch
- Model: 160?
- Body Type: Hollow