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Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean Walnut 1965

Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean Walnut 1965

Serial Number: 81355

Weight: 7lbs 4oz

Description

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: The finish appears original.
Body Material: Maple
Body Details: Hollow maple body and maple top.
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: U
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .832", 10th fret .965"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 5/8"
Neck Details: Maple neck with bound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and thumbnail inlays. The neck has been refretted. Several areas of the fingerboard binding have been glued back in place.
Electronics: The electronics appear original. Two period Hi'LoTron pickups with three-position selector and tone switches, master volume, independent pickup volumes, and master mute switch. The lead dress and wiring harness are consistent with examples from the period and appear untouched.
Pickup Measurements: Neck 3.16K, Bridge 3.13K
Hardware: The tuners have been replaced. All other hardware appears original.
Weight: 7lbs 4oz
Modifications/Repairs: The top of the original bridge has been ground down and slotted for intonation, the neck has been refretted, the tuners have been replaced, and several sections of binding have been glued back in place.
Case Details: Original hardshell case.
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is in good condition with normal wear for its age. The finish is hazy with scratches, dents, and dings throughout. The hardware has a strong patina. There is an average amount of binding rot.
Serial Number: 81355
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are wide and tall, showing mild surface wear. The serial number dates to 1965.
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SKU: U3974824301

Description

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: The finish appears original.
Body Material: Maple
Body Details: Hollow maple body and maple top.
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: U
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .832", 10th fret .965"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 5/8"
Neck Details: Maple neck with bound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and thumbnail inlays. The neck has been refretted. Several areas of the fingerboard binding have been glued back in place.
Electronics: The electronics appear original. Two period Hi'LoTron pickups with three-position selector and tone switches, master volume, independent pickup volumes, and master mute switch. The lead dress and wiring harness are consistent with examples from the period and appear untouched.
Pickup Measurements: Neck 3.16K, Bridge 3.13K
Hardware: The tuners have been replaced. All other hardware appears original.
Weight: 7lbs 4oz
Modifications/Repairs: The top of the original bridge has been ground down and slotted for intonation, the neck has been refretted, the tuners have been replaced, and several sections of binding have been glued back in place.
Case Details: Original hardshell case.
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is in good condition with normal wear for its age. The finish is hazy with scratches, dents, and dings throughout. The hardware has a strong patina. There is an average amount of binding rot.
Serial Number: 81355
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are wide and tall, showing mild surface wear. The serial number dates to 1965.