Gretsch 6119 Chet Atkins Tennessean (1 Pickup) 1961 Cherry
Reverb Estimated Used Price Range
- $2,400 — $3,300
Following up on the success of the 6120 Country Gentleman, Gretsch introduced 6119 Tennessean in 1958 as another Chet Atkins endorsed guitar. Upon introduction, the 6119 was somewhat less ornate than the 6120 and included only one Filter 'Tron pickup in the bridge position. Like other Gretsch archtops of this era, the 6119 went through a number of cosmetic and design changes in the late '50s and early '60s.
Years of Production: 1958 - 1980
Unique to this Year: Towards end of year, pickup and knob configuration changes. Now standard with two pickups instead of one.
Body Style: Archtop hollowbody, single cutaway
Wood Composition: Mahogany body, Maple top, Ebony fingerboard
Design Elements: F-holes, Bigsby tremolo tailpiece, metal bar bridge, Bigsby tremolo, pearl thumbprint inlay
Notable Gretsch Players: Brian Setzer, Eddie Cochran, Duane Eddy, George Harrison
