A classic British-built guitar - the ‘Rapier 22’ model, made under the Watkins name until 1968 in which they moved to the ‘Wilson’ name.
These were built as a domestic solution to the Stratocaster, similarly featuring a double cutaway body, bolt on maple neck and (in the case of the 33) up to 3 switchable pickups.
This is the Rapier 22 variant, featuring 2 pickups and a 3 way switch (neck, middle, lead).
Save for the 2 knobs, this one is wholly original and even retains the soft case it was originally supplied with.
Specs:
Year of manufacture: 1968
Country of original: United Kingom (England)
Finish: Red
Body: Double cutaway
Neck: Bolt on maple
Fingerboard: Rosewood with dot inlays
Pickups: 2x factory Watkins single coil pickups
Case: Original soft case
Condition:
In good original condition, playing well with a comfortable action. Some marks to the body and age related lacquer checking, though no structural issues, breaks or repairs. Frets appear original with some wear though are playing well with plenty of life left in them, may benefit from light fret servicing down the line as they appear wholly untouched.
Modifications/repairs:
Replaced vol / tone knobs. Replaced nut.
Accessories:
Original soft case.