I think it is genuine Gretsch but with later-added f holes. Does the timing match the dates of the manufacture of these copies? 20 It's been rarely played since then, but I did have it re-fretted about 10 years ago. I bought this instrument (well used then) about 40 years ago. Thanks Dave, there is no tag on the interior.
i've reposted better photos in the thread 18 If they were factory installed they would most likely have been bound. The F-holes are an after-market addition. This is taken under a 3000K LED- pretty harsh. 16īy the way, the red is much nicer in person. Let me know if you need additional close-ups. It's obviously been enjoyed over the years 15įinal image. Yet another I appreciate your time in taking a look at this. Only one photo can be attached to each post, so just put up as many successive posts as needed and type a dot or anything with each photo. It was being played by a plumber who had owned it for a number of years. By the way, I purchased this instrument in about 1979. Two small screw holes are present on the interior of the frame where something was likely attached at some point. 9ĭo you have a pic of the paper tag inside? – Suprdave I believe you nailed it! Mine is branded "Dixon" sweet guitars, quite high quality. Here's a picture of one pretty much stock for comparison's sake: These were most commonly branded Ventura, although some had Univox, Lyle, and other brand names. The pickguard is a strong hint - note the point at the bottom and the opaque white plastic. My guess is that it's a Matsumoku-made copy of a Country Gent, heavily modified with replaced pickups, routed f-holes and added Bigsby.
Picture looks like it was taken with a fish eye lens. I think pix show up weird like that when the file size is too large. There is more to say but really the clearer photos are needed. But some questions pop up-if "Nashville" is there, was it a 6120 refinished to look like a Country Gent? Why no mute? The psychedelic photo may make the body look 17'' instead of 16''. The photo you put up looks refin, added F holes. 2ĭo you have a pic of the paper tag inside? 3Ĭan you put up a more complete set of pics? Better quality as well ideally. Rear and back appear to be mahogany, but the face is clearly a deep reddish color. The headstock plaque and pick-guard read Nashville.
There is a padded cover on the rear that reveals the interior and a missing item (two small screw holes in the wood frame at the interior).
The serial number on the rear of the headstock is 17288 which would indicate a 67 model.