RARE 1966 Vintage Epiphone Broadway E252 Archtop Guitar Sitka Spruce/Maple/Brasilian Rosewood Mini-Humbuckers USA 1960s
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Up for sale is a RARE 1966 Epiphone Broadway E252 Archtop, made in the USA during the 1960s. This classic hollowbody features a Sitka spruce top, maple back & sides, and Brazilian rosewood fretboard, delivering rich, warm vintage tone with excellent articulation. Equipped with mini-humbuckers, it offers that iconic clear yet full-bodied jazz sound.
🎸 Details
Brand: Epiphone
Model: Broadway E252
Year: 1966
Made in: USA
Top: Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides: Maple
Fretboard: Brazilian Rosewood
Pickups: Mini-Humbuckers
Neck Shape: C Shape
Serial Number: 348933
Weight: 6 lbs 14 oz
Nut Width: 40 mm
1st Fret Thickness: 20 mm
Action: 4.5 mm
✨ Condition
Good vintage condition. Fully operational and structurally solid.
• No cracks
• Original hardware in good shape
• Tuners replaced with Gibson Deluxe
• Finish wear on back of neck
• Headstock logo and inlay show wear
• Pickguard emblem worn
• Finish checking throughout body
• Dings, chips, and binding wear consistent with age
• Frets show wear but have plenty of life left
Note: Interior label serial is partially smudged, but clearly visible and confirmed on the headstock.
🎵 Playability
Plays well with a comfortable feel and delivers a classic warm, woody archtop tone—perfect for jazz, blues, and vintage styles.
🎁 Includes
• Hard Period-Correct Case
📦 Shipping
USA – $97
Worldwide – $300
Shipped via UPS or DHL only, fully insured and professionally packed.
🌍 YES, WE SHIP INTERNATIONALLY!
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