1957 Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins Orange Finish Electric Guitar w/OHSC
Description
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1957 Gretsch 6120 Original Finish
In Very Good Overall Condition - Small Nicks And Scratches - Wear That Is Consistent For A Guitar From 1957
This Is A Player Guitar - With A Few Changed Bits
Non-Original Patent Pending Grover Tuning Machines
Non-Original Bigsby Style Trem
Non-Original Nut
Refretted - Frets Are In Very Good Condition
This Guitar Has Had A Neck Reset
Pots Appear To Be Original
Knobs And Pickguard Are Original
Original DeArmond Pickups That Have Been "Seymourized" Which Were Typically Rewinds/Repairs - These Pickups Were Set Up To Be Out Of Phase When Both Are On - Both Pickups DCR Is 414k - Yes, You Read That Right 414k - With That Odd Reading They Have A Pretty Normal Output Audibly
Chet Atkins Signature Adorns The Front Of The Guitar - This Guitar Belonged To A Local Guitar Builder Here In San Diego Who Was Friends With Chet
This Guitar Has Been Uncirculated Since New - It Has Been With The Family Of The Original Owner Until Now
Weighs In At 6 Pounds 14 Ounces
Nut Width: 1.64"
Neck Depth: .77" At The 1st Fret - .91" At The 10th Fret
Comes With The Original Hardshell Case And Hangtags Shown
An iconic hollow-body electric guitar revered for its role in shaping early rock ’n’ roll and country tone. The 1957 6120 Chet Atkins model features a large, arched maple body, DeArmond “Dynasonic” single-coil pickups, and classic Bigsby style vibrato, producing warm, twangy, and resonant sound with rich sustain. Its distinctive orange finish and f-hole design make it instantly recognizable—beloved by players and collectors for its vintage mojo and musical versatility.
1957 Gretsch 6120 Original Finish
In Very Good Overall Condition - Small Nicks And Scratches - Wear That Is Consistent For A Guitar From 1957
This Is A Player Guitar - With A Few Changed Bits
Non-Original Patent Pending Grover Tuning Machines
Non-Original Bigsby Style Trem
Non-Original Nut
Refretted - Frets Are In Very Good Condition
This Guitar Has Had A Neck Reset
Pots Appear To Be Original
Knobs And Pickguard Are Original
Original DeArmond Pickups That Have Been "Seymourized" Which Were Typically Rewinds/Repairs - These Pickups Were Set Up To Be Out Of Phase When Both Are On - Both Pickups DCR Is 414k - Yes, You Read That Right 414k - With That Odd Reading They Have A Pretty Normal Output Audibly
Chet Atkins Signature Adorns The Front Of The Guitar - This Guitar Belonged To A Local Guitar Builder Here In San Diego Who Was Friends With Chet
This Guitar Has Been Uncirculated Since New - It Has Been With The Family Of The Original Owner Until Now
Weighs In At 6 Pounds 14 Ounces
Nut Width: 1.64"
Neck Depth: .77" At The 1st Fret - .91" At The 10th Fret
Comes With The Original Hardshell Case And Hangtags Shown
An iconic hollow-body electric guitar revered for its role in shaping early rock ’n’ roll and country tone. The 1957 6120 Chet Atkins model features a large, arched maple body, DeArmond “Dynasonic” single-coil pickups, and classic Bigsby style vibrato, producing warm, twangy, and resonant sound with rich sustain. Its distinctive orange finish and f-hole design make it instantly recognizable—beloved by players and collectors for its vintage mojo and musical versatility.