Vintage 6 String acoustic guitars

We specialise in American made "catalogue guitars" such as Stella, Harmony and Kay. These were originally budget models, but were always made from solid timbers and have a period charm that is so  different to modern instruments.

They have patina and wear, often from over 50 years of use, but we ensure they are fully repaired and restored, ready to play with a nice low action.

Vintage 6 String acoustic guitars

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Airline by Harmony sunburst vintage 6 string guitar
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Airline by Harmony sunburst vintage 6 string guitar

Airline by Harmony sunburst vintage 6 string guitar

£375.00

Classic early 1960s USA made Airline parlour sized guitar. Faded sunbust finish with painted flame effect, painted faux bindings. All solid birch construction, ladder braced top, poplar neck, made by Harmony in Chicago. 24 inch scale length, 36 inches long overall. This guitar has been fully overhauled and set-up so that it is properly playable....


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Harmony Stella 929 blonde vintage 6 string guitar
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Harmony Stella 929 blonde vintage 6 string guitar

Harmony Stella 929 blonde vintage 6 string guitar

£375.00

Classic late 1960s /early 70s USA made Harmony Stella 929 parlour sized guitar, blonde finish with "batwing" pickguard. All solid birch construction, ladder braced top, poplar neck, made in Chicago. 24 inch scale length, 36 inches long overall. This guitar has been fully overhauled and set-up so that it is properly playable. Often these little g...


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