Silvertone U-2 1960s Copper

Starting in the mid-'50s, most guitars bearing the Silvertone brand name were produced by Danelectro. Silvertone was the in-house brand of Sears and was marketed to beginner guitarists. The U-2 was the two pickup version of the earlier U-1. This model was also given the number 1301 by Silvertone.

Years of Production: 1957 - mid-'60s

Body Style: Double cutaway solidbody

Design Elements: Two lipstick pickup, dot inlays, volume and tone control, slanted headstock

Notable Silvertone Players: Beck, Mick Jagger, Jack White

Note: Pictured decal is non-original