Description
Description
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| Finish Details: | There is a finish touchup on the side of the bass shoulder, extending from the heel outward. The top of the body has a very old over-spray and redone sunburst. The The finish on the neck and the back and sides of the body is original. |
| Top Material: | Spruce |
| Body Material: | Maple |
| Neck Material: | Maple |
| Fingerboard Material: | Brazilian Rosewood |
| Neck Profile: | "C" Shape |
| Neck Thickness (IN): | .90" (1st fret), 1.00" (10th fret) |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 12.00" |
| Nut Width: | 1-11/16" |
| Scale Length: | 25 1/2" |
| Electronics: | None. |
| Hardware: | Original tuners and bridge. The saddle and nut have been replaced. |
| Weight: | 4lbs 13oz |
| Modifications/Repairs: | -The neck has been refretted -Replaced nut and saddle -Non-original 19th fret inlay -Repaired top cracks, with a small spruce cleat toward the bottom of the soundhole -Finish touchup on the side of the bass shoulder -The top of the body has a very old over-spray and redone sunburst. |
| Case Details: | Original Hardshell Case |
| Cosmetic Condition: | This vintage SJ-200 is in good cosmetic condition, with natural aging and wear throughout. There are pick scratches, dings, and checking on the glossy finish, as well as a few repaired cracks on the top. The back of the neck is smooth with a few small patches of wear. |
| Serial Number: | A-13344 |
| Tech Notes: | This SJ-200 plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are tall and show little wear. The serial number dates the guitar to 1953; there is an additional sticker inside the body from the business that installed the 19th fret inlay, dated 1957. |
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