£1,800 - £2,500
1955 Gretsch Electromatic 6189 Streamliner hollow body electric guitar, made in USA; Body: Bamboo / Copper Mist finish, lacquer checking and other minor marks/blemishes but generally good for age; Neck: reset, refinished, restored binding; Fretboard: rosewood; Frets: good, refret; Electrics: working; Hardware: good; Case: original hard case; Weight: 2.87kg; Overall condition: good
*Case bearing an Emerald City Access All Areas crew pass stamped 'Squeeze'
** Sold with non-transferable CITES A10 certificate no. 23GBA10MOE4IO
See images for general condition guidance. Neck refinished. Re fret. Neck binding replaced. Truss rod cover replaced. Replaced strap buttons. Appears as though the back and sides may have been refinished, however the top appears ok. Guard probably also a replacement. Considering age, overall condition is good aside from originality aspects.
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26.40% inc VAT*
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26.4% inc VAT*