Up for sale is a stunning, highly resonant piece of vintage American craftsmanship—a 1970s Guild F-20 SB in its original Sunburst finish (Westerly, RI era).

The F-20 is famous for being Guild’s ultimate concert-sized/parlor acoustic—offering a comfortable, compact body with a surprisingly huge, warm, and articulate voice. It’s an exceptional instrument for fingerpicking, blues, and studio recording, delivering that woody, balanced vintage tone that modern acoustics just can't replicate.

This example features gorgeous, natural nitro lacquer checking throughout the body and top that gives it a authentic vintage look and vibe.

Key Features & Specs:

Era: 1970s (Westerly, Rhode Island, USA)

Model: F-20 SB (Sunburst)

Serial Number: 118015 (Visible on original inner label)

Body Style: Concert / Parlor Size

Top Wood: Solid Spruce

Back & Sides: Mahogany

Neck Wood: Mahogany w/ Comfortable Vintage Profile

Fingerboard & Bridge: Rosewood

Includes: Original Guild Chipboard Hardshell Case

Condition:

Structurally solid vintage condition overall.

Structure & Body: 100% structurally sound with no cracks or breaking. The bridge is firmly seated with no lifting whatsoever.

Cosmetics: Shows tons of beautiful, natural finish checking across the nitrocellulose finish, along with minor dings and light scratches expected from a 50-year-old player's instrument. Missing truss rod cover.

Neck & Frets: Straight neck with medium playing action. The frets show some minor, normal wear, but still have plenty of life left.