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Harmony H156 'Monterey' model, made in USA (Chicago) dating from circa 1945.

 

These models were produced from 1944 onward, being a top-end model for Harmony featuring all solid woods and a glued in neck joint. As such, it features a solid spruce top, with mahogany back and sides and easily stands up to any period Gibson. The tailpiece is solid mahogany, rather than metal - owing to being built during WWII (there were limits on raw materials such as steel, nickel etc). The fretboard is solid Brazilian rosewood, I believe (as were all Harmony-built fretboards, during the period).

 

A nicely-kept example with natural playing wear to the thin nitro finish, though no breaks, cracks or repairs.

 

Specs:

 

  • Year of production: 1945
  • Country of origin: USA (Chicago)
  • Sunburst finish
  • Top: Spruce
  • Back: Mahogany
  • Sides: Mahogany
  • Fretboard: Rosewood with pearl block inlays
  • Bound neck and body (celluloid)
  • Celluloid Tortoiseshell pickguard

 

Condition:

 

In great condition for a guitar built at the end of WWII. Neck angle is decent, playing well with a comfortable action and straight neck. Original brass frets have some wear, but life in them and nothing that affects play. Neck finish 'faux flame' slightly worn owing to years of loving play. Some finish wear to common playing areas and natural patina, though free of breaks, repairs or any issues.

 

Modifications/repairs:

 

None - all original.

 

Accessories:

 

None.

 

1945 Harmony USA-Made H1456 Monterey Archtop Jazz Guitar Sunburst - Solid Woods

£795.00 Regular Price
£575.00Sale Price
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