National Style 0 1920's, Nickel

$16,500.00

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Specs


Instrument	Resonator
Brand	National
Model	Style 0
Finish	Nickel
SKU	GR457-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1920
Body Material	Steel
Cone	Steel, Cone
Bridge	Ebony
Scale Length	25"
Width at the Nut	1.831"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	N
Case	OHSC
Modifications/Repairs	None
Condition Notes	Signs of wear but no major abuse, beautiful patina in the body, fret and fingerboard wear and the finish has worn off the back of the neck.

Description

This National Style O is a true piece of history, having been owned by Norman Blake and used to record Chattanooga Sugar Babe. Beautifully aged, it features an excellent patina throughout and remains remarkably original. The maple neck was finished entirely in black, including the fingerboard, to emulate ebony, with honest play wear revealing maple beneath in a few areas.

The large vintage C-shaped neck plays beautifully, and the original frets provide an easy, comfortable playing experience. Tonally, it is everything a great vintage National should be—robust, seasoned, and highly expressive, with a strong midrange presence and excellent projection.

A wonderful instrument with both exceptional musical and historical significance.

Includes the original hardshell case (OHSC).