Description

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Summary

Finish: Original finish.

Top Material: Maple

Body Details: Maple back and top with mahogany sides.

Neck Material: Mahogany

Neck Profile: D

Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .838″, 9th fret .954″

Fingerboard Radius: 12.00″

Nut Width: 1-11/16″

Scale Length: 24 1/2″

Neck Details: Mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and dot inlays. There is a repaired crack on the treble side of the back of the headstock under the high E string tuning machine. The tuners have been replaced. The tuner post holes have been modified to fit the existing tuners. Extra pilot holes are present on the back of the headstock from previously installed tuners.

Electronics: Original Melody Maker pickup and electronics. The controls consist of volume and tone. One visible pot code dates to 1962. The solder joints are untouched.

Pickup Measurements: 7.06K

Hardware: The tuning machines have been replaced with a set of Schaller M6’s. All other hardware is original.

Weight: 5 lbs 13 oz

Cosmetic Condition: This vintage guitar is in good condition with wear consistent with its age. The finish is glossy, weather-checked, and slightly hazy. Minor scratches, dents, and dings are present throughout. There are some larger finish chips on the back of the neck, back of the headstock, and on the headstock face. The hardware has a present patina.

Modifications/Repairs: There is a repaired crack on the treble side of the back of the headstock under the high E string tuning machine. The tuners have been replaced. The tuner post holes have been modified to fit the existing tuners.

Serial Number: 165922

Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are wide and medium height, with moderate wear from play. The serial number dates to 1964, and one visible pot code dates to 1962.

Case Details: Hardshell Case