Guild X-175 Manhattan, sunburst, made in Korea 2013. This looks good, no? Guild enjoyed a big slice of the USA guitar market in the 50s and 60s, they weren't far behind Gibson and Fender in that era and have long enjoyed a reputation for quality instruments. The Newark St Collection offered updated versions of some of their classic models, in this case the 'Manhattan' full size jazz box. It's a lovely thing in the hands: loud and lively unplugged, with a comfy, straight slim neck and quality hardware. The soapbar single coils deliver a clear, rich voice with an assured low end and singing treble, lending dense chords a sweet balance of fullness and sparkle. The sunburst finish is helped along by the art-deco style hardware and three ply binding, it's surely a gorgeous creature. Djazztastic.

Model: Guild Newark St X-175 Manhattan 
Made: Korea, 2013 (serial KSG1300866) 
Finish: sunburst, gloss poly
Body: laminated maple, fully hollow, 77mm depth
Neck: maple, rosewood board, 9.5" radius, 24.75" scale
Weight: 2.975kg
Mods: none
Pickups: Franz P-90 single coil x2
Case: Guild hard case

Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has a couple of dimples on the bottom edge. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor dimples on the back only. The back has some minor dimples in the elbow area and bottom edge and a couple of light scuffs in the middle of the body, no major marks. The sides have a couple of small dimples on the top horn and some light scuffs in the elbow area and near the jack. The front has a couple of light scuffs in the elbow area and some play wear on the guard and horns. Overall: excellent condition (9/10).

Playing condition notes: Neck is straight, intonation is good, action is low, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. The frets look great, 9/10 for fret life left. Setup with fresh 11/49 Moonshiners strings.