1965 Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean Vintage Electric Guitar with hardshell case

1965 Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean Vintage Electric Guitar with hardshell case

1965 Gretsch Tennessean in the original cherry finish . The overall condition is very good . The neck is super straight with excellent frets , low action and it’s a lot of fun to play.  The binding is in great shape with no signs of the dreaded binding rot. It has some small nicks and dings , weather checks and some minor wear . Serial # 126538. Beautiful vintage guitar that shows really well. Gretsch case is in fair condition showing wear around the edges. All latches work.

Likely best known for its regular use by George Harrison throughout the Beatles’ career, the Tennessean features a thinline all maple body, with simulated F-holes and the original pair of Hilo’Tron pickups. Hilo’Trons are essentially a single coil version of the Filter’Tron, known for their shimmering highs, mellow lows, and lively response. The instrument has a bold acoustic voice that’s both smooth and present, and these pickups compliment the guitar’s acoustic properties, with incredible clarity and top end chime. Produced in the Pre-Baldwin era of manufacturing when production totals were smaller and quality generally higher, this Tennessean is featherweight at 6lbs 13oz.