Harrisonville, MO, United States
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1972 Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman USA Vintage Guitar w/Original Case
Here’s a vintage Gretsch with plenty of character! Butler Music is offering this 1972 American-made Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman, complete with its original hardshell case.
With its rich walnut-colored finish, beautifully figured wood, gold hardware, double-cutaway body and Bigsby vibrato, this guitar has the unmistakable Country Gentleman look. It’s an appealing piece for someone who appreciates a vintage instrument with decades of honest use behind it.
This guitar plays fine and remains an attractive instrument, but please read the condition details carefully. We consider it in good used condition overall, with considerable cosmetic wear and significant deterioration in portions of the binding.
Features and specifications:
Manufacture date: April 1972, based on headstock serial number
Serial number: 4 2034
Country of manufacture: USA
Body: Double-cutaway hollowbody with laminated maple construction and open f-holes
Finish: Walnut brown
Neck: Maple
Fingerboard: Ebony with Neo-Classic thumbnail position markers
Frets: 22
Pickups: Two Filter’Tron-style humbucking pickups
Controls: Individual pickup volumes, master volume, pickup selector, tone switch and standby switch
Bridge: Adjustable bridge mounted on a wooden base
Vibrato: Gretsch-branded Bigsby
Tuners: Grover enclosed tuning machines
Hardware: Gold finish, with visible plating wear
Weight: 8 pounds, 8.51 ounces
Case: Original hardshell case included
Condition details:
This guitar shows scratches, scuffs, finish wear and aging from years of use. The hardware has tarnish and worn plating. There are also hand-engraved identification markings on several components, including the pickup surrounds, pickguard, vibrato assembly and rear neck-access cover.
The body binding has substantial cracking, deterioration and missing sections, clearly shown in the close-up photos. Please examine these areas carefully; the binding damage goes beyond ordinary surface wear and may require restoration depending on the next owner’s preferences.
The original case also shows age and wear. Although the guitar retains many period features, we are not representing every component as verified original.
For a player who enjoys vintage Gretsch style and character, this Country Gentleman has plenty of appeal. It plays fine, presents well overall and comes with the added charm of its original case.
These are actual photographs of the guitar you will receive. Please review all photos carefully for its cosmetic condition and binding damage.
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Price$2,295
+ $60 Shipping
