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Clean And Original

Vintage 1960s  Kay Speed Demon Electric Guitar
All Original Except Nut & Strap Button
Original Single Line Kluson Tuning Pegs

If you're seeing something of concern not described below,  please ask

Condition Description & Flaws Noted:   

This is a Vintage & Clean 1960s Kay Speed Demon that's truly an eye catcher, and plays great! This guitar was professionally gone over and there are no signs of breaks, repairs, damage or refinishing.  The finish on this guitar is original, black lights consistently over the entire guitar, although its does show some age. There will be average finish checking, scratches, dings, dents, chips and wear here that I consider to be minor given its age (see all pics below). There are a few small empty screw holes that are hard to see. The frets are in good shape, showing average wear and plays fine as it sits (see pics). The hardware does show discoloration as pictured. The back of the neck and headstock are also in good shape, also showing average flaws here and there (pictured).  The electronics are all original and operate perfectly.    

Take a look at all of the pics to see cosmetic condition.

This guitar plays great for a 55+/- year old guitar. The neck is straight with a working truss rod and good action.  Although, I think its set up just fine, everyone has their own preferences. If your not happy with its set up, it will be your responsibility to have it set up to your liking..     

Comes with everything shown in the pics! 

Make sure you scroll down for all of the pics, and ask questions if you have any concerns before buying.

I will ship this item over seas, but you must contact me for a shipping quote before buying. You will be responsible for all shipping fees, customs fees, taxes, and any other fees involved with you receiving this item.   I do not inflate shipping fees.  Full shipping insurance is included with this sale.   I will not ship this or any other item, anywhere other than the address listed on the sales record.

Listed7 months ago
Condition
Brand
Model
  • Speed Demon K573
Finish
  • Sunburst
Categories
Year
  • 60s
Made In
  • United States
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Color Family
  • Brown
Pickup Configuration
  • SSS
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Body Type
  • Semi-Hollow Body
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Single Cutaway
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Neck Construction
  • Bolt-On
Number of Frets
  • 19
Wood Top Style
  • Plain

About the Seller

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Spring Hill, FL, United States
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Product Overview
Kay was one of the largest musical instrument manufacturers in the world during the mid-20th century, producing instruments sold under many different names over the years. Specimens manufactured before the company was sold in 1968 are still sought after by many collectors. 

The Kay Speed Demon was a thinline semi-hollowbody electric guitar with a Florentine cutaway and an optional Bigsby tremolo. It was available with one, two or three pickups, with market value increasing slightly for specimens with more pickups. 

Years of Production: 1961 - 1965
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