1920's 0-size, 12-fret in solid spruce/solid oak with ladder braced top, ebony board/bridge, rich vibrant tone

113014S

Fine pre-war example of the Chicago school of guitar makers in the first half of the 20th century. The body has characteristics of both Lyon & Healy and Regal guitars but I'm not able to place a specific pedigree for this old gal. With some modern upgrades to enhance playability, she's a great example in wonderful condition.

SPECS: 0-size, body, 12-fret neck, ladder-braced spruce top over oak sides and back, paddle headstock with individual Grover machines, replacement mahogany neck with rosewood overlay and full "D" neck profile, radius'd ebony fretboard with newer frets, ebony bridge, bone nut and saddle. Nut width: 1 3/4", String Spacing: 2 1/4", Scale length: 24", Upper bout: 9 3/8", Lower Bout: 13 3/8", Body length: 17 1/2", Widest body depth: 3 5/8", Overall length: 37" , Neck thickness at 1st fret: 1", Neck thickness at 5th fret: 1 1/16" , Action: 1/8", string gauge setup: 52-11s

CONDITION: One top and one back cracked have been sealed and cleated. Screw holes at endblock show for prior tailpiece installations. Old pickup jack hole plugged just to left of the endblock. A 1/2" steel reinforcing rod was installed in neck cavity. Fixed cedar truss cover. This parlor retains its original binding, soundhole embellishments and finish complete with tons of tiny bumps and bruises to the nicely patina'd surface. Work performed included neckset and repairs to braces, seams, bridge, bridgeplate, frets, touchups and setup.

SOUND: Another instance where the tone defies the size of the guitar, this little lady sounds nice and full and plays easy. Perfect guitar for someone who wants the vibe of a vintage parlor but one that plays like a modern guitar. Warm sound for bare-fingerstyle. Exceptionally sassy and loud with a flatpick or thumbpick.

$699

 

 

 

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