About This Listing

Up for sale is a clean and lightly used Kay K1700VBK Barney Kessel Reissue in Black. Very clean, pro setup in house and comes complete with its original hard case. Weight: 6lbs. 4oz.

Kay Reissue BARNEY KESSEL Pro K1700V Originating in 1954, eventually becoming the Barney Kessel Pro, this was the first of three Gold “K” Series Signature Guitars. At 13” wide, this powerful instrument was created with Singers and Songwriters in mind. The K1700V Pro is the smallest of the three but surprisingly packs the greatest punch. The Kay Guitar Company has reissued the Pro and recreated this unique instrument that appeals to the “vintage” player as well as today’s demanding modern performer. Custom fit wood hard-shell case is included with this purchase ($249. 00 Value) About This Guitar: This guitar features a comfortable sized body. . . 13" wide. Short 24 3/4" scale for fast fingering and easy playing. . . same electronic equipment as the Jazz Special and Artist. Semi-solid construction assures "solid body" ruggedness and "acoustical guitar" response and tone quality.

NOTE TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS:

We want you to be happy with your purchase and we try to represent the condition of all used and vintage products as accurately as possible in our listings.  Every used guitar shows some signs of play wear and vintage models even more so.  We call out all areas of damage or unusual wear, and describe the overall condition based upon what is "normal" for the age of the instrument.  Expect to see minor dings, finish checking, or other evidence of normal use and aging which may not be captured by photography or explicitly mentioned in the listing. 

We recognize that everyone has their own personal standard of what constitutes acceptable wear and tear.  If play wear is especially critical for you, please contact us at the Shop for a complete in-hand description and to answer any questions you may have.  Your satisfaction is of paramount importance to us. 

Listeda month ago
Condition
Brand
Model
  • K1700 Barney Kessel Pro
Finish
  • Black
Categories
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Color Family
  • Brown
Pickup Configuration
  • SS
Body Type
  • Hollow Body
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Single Cutaway
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Neck Construction
  • Bolt-On
Number of Frets
  • 18

About the Seller

Thunder Road Guitars

Seattle, WA, United States
(3,116)
Joined Reverb:2013
Items Sold:4,328
Product Overview
The Kay brand has been produced by a number of builders going back as far as the 1930s. Kays were marketed as budget instruments in a number of catalogs and department stores through the '60s. The Barney Kessel Pro is one of the most sought-after and valuable Kay models. It was made in both one and two pickup configurations. 

Design Elements: Block inlays, trapeze tailpiece, two pickups

Notable Kay Players: Jack White, Bob Dylan, Ry Cooder

 
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Used Kay Pro K1700VBK Barney Kessel Reissue Black
Used Kay Pro K1700VBK Barney Kessel Reissue Black
$759

About This Listing

Up for sale is a clean and lightly used Kay K1700VBK Barney Kessel Reissue in Black. Very clean, pro setup in house and comes complete with its original hard case. Weight: 6lbs. 4oz.

Kay Reissue BARNEY KESSEL Pro K1700V Originating in 1954, eventually becoming the Barney Kessel Pro, this was the first of three Gold “K” Series Signature Guitars. At 13” wide, this powerful instrument was created with Singers and Songwriters in mind. The K1700V Pro is the smallest of the three but surprisingly packs the greatest punch. The Kay Guitar Company has reissued the Pro and recreated this unique instrument that appeals to the “vintage” player as well as today’s demanding modern performer. Custom fit wood hard-shell case is included with this purchase ($249. 00 Value) About This Guitar: This guitar features a comfortable sized body. . . 13" wide. Short 24 3/4" scale for fast fingering and easy playing. . . same electronic equipment as the Jazz Special and Artist. Semi-solid construction assures "solid body" ruggedness and "acoustical guitar" response and tone quality.

NOTE TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS:

We want you to be happy with your purchase and we try to represent the condition of all used and vintage products as accurately as possible in our listings.  Every used guitar shows some signs of play wear and vintage models even more so.  We call out all areas of damage or unusual wear, and describe the overall condition based upon what is "normal" for the age of the instrument.  Expect to see minor dings, finish checking, or other evidence of normal use and aging which may not be captured by photography or explicitly mentioned in the listing. 

We recognize that everyone has their own personal standard of what constitutes acceptable wear and tear.  If play wear is especially critical for you, please contact us at the Shop for a complete in-hand description and to answer any questions you may have.  Your satisfaction is of paramount importance to us. 

Listeda month ago
Condition
Brand
Model
  • K1700 Barney Kessel Pro
Finish
  • Black
Categories
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Color Family
  • Brown
Pickup Configuration
  • SS
Body Type
  • Hollow Body
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Single Cutaway
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Neck Construction
  • Bolt-On
Number of Frets
  • 18

About the Seller

Thunder Road Guitars

Seattle, WA, United States
(3,116)
Joined Reverb:2013
Items Sold:4,328
Product Overview
The Kay brand has been produced by a number of builders going back as far as the 1930s. Kays were marketed as budget instruments in a number of catalogs and department stores through the '60s. The Barney Kessel Pro is one of the most sought-after and valuable Kay models. It was made in both one and two pickup configurations. 

Design Elements: Block inlays, trapeze tailpiece, two pickups

Notable Kay Players: Jack White, Bob Dylan, Ry Cooder

 
Shop 8 options from $759
Product Reviews

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