(SOLD) K.Suzuki W-150 Dreadnought Acoustic 1977
Kiso Suzuki W-150, made in Japan around 1977, natural gloss finish. This is a handy little vintage dreadnought, there's plenty to like. It's got a comfy slim neck, blessed with an attractive streaky piece of rosewood for the board and enhanced by the classy binding. The styling references the classic Martin D-35, so it's got the three piece back and the square headstock... simple, but it looks good. The tone on deck offers a bright, snappy top end and a rounded, warm bass... it's a pleasing strummer with a nice tonal balance. If you're after a tried and true vintage acoustic with plenty of songs in it yet, this one will surely warm your cockles.
Model: Kiso Suzuki W-300
Made: Japan, circa 1977 (serial too faded to read)
Finish: natural, gloss poly
Body: square shoulder dreadnought style; solid spruce top (not 100% verified), laminate rosewood/maple back, laminate rosewood sides
Neck: mahogany, rosewood fingerboard, dovetail joint, 25.5" scale, 15" radius
Weight: 2.135kg
Pickup: none
Mods: bridge pins replaced
Case: none
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. Headstock has some minor scuffs on the end. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor dimples on the back only. The back has widespread light scuffs and rub wear, no major marks. The sides have minor scuffs around the whole body, most notably on the bottom edge and elbow area, no major marks. The front has no major marks, just some scuffs behind the bridge and some light play wear on the guard and horns. Overall: very good condition (8/10).
Playing condition notes: action is moderately low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. Frets look pretty even and in good shape, 8/10 for fret life left. Wearing fresh 12/54 Moonshiners strings.