~1953 Gretsch Electro II 6193 Country Club Natural

Gretsch Electro II 6193 (Country Club) hollow body electric guitar, made in USA, circa 1953, ser. no. 1xxx2; Finish: natural, various blemishes, checking and other wear; Fretboard: rosewood, minor wear; Frets: some wear; Electrics: working; Hardware: generally good, typical loss to gold plating; Case: period Gretsch case, white exterior with black leather tooling, appears to be relined; Other: some binding repairs; Weight: 2.96kg; Overall condition: good

*The serial number dates this guitar to 1954 according to guides, however the 'Synchromatic' head suggests the date of no later than 1953

**Sold with CITES A10 certificate no. 591173/01