Harmony H162 Natural 1971

Description

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Summary

Finish: Original

Body Material: Mahogany

Top Material: Cedar

Body Details: Mahogany back and sides with cedar top. The back was removed and the ladder bracing replaced with X-bracing. The bridge and bridge plate have also been replaced; the bridge is Brazilian rosewood. There is a repaired crack near the top of the bass waist.

Neck Material: Poplar

Neck Profile: “U” profile

Neck Thickness (IN): .86″ (1st fret), .91″ (10th fret)

Fingerboard Radius: 10.00″

Nut Width: 1-3/4″

Scale Length: 25

Neck Details: Poplar neck with unbound rosewood fretboard, dot inlays, and headstock truss rod adjustment. The neck has been reset and refretted, and the nut has been replaced.

Electronics: None

Hardware: The tuners, bridge, nut, and saddle have all been replaced.

Weight: 3 lbs 12 oz

Cosmetic Condition: The guitar has aged nicely, with various light finish scratches, dings, and other signs of use over the decades. The bridge area of the top and the neck heel have some minor finish wear from repairs, and there is also a repaired crack along the top of the bass waist.

Modifications/Repairs: -X-brace conversion-The neck has been reset and refretted-The nut, bridge, saddle, and tuners have been replaced-Repaired crack on the bass side-The bridge plate has been replaced

Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief, and is currently set up with 12 gauge phosphor bronze strings. The frets are wide and tall with minor wear, and the truss rod is adjustable. The serial number dates the guitar to 1971.

Case Details: Original Chipboard Case. Notes on the modifications and the instrument are included in the case. The notes state that both the fretboard and bridge are Brazilian rosewood, however it is unlikely that the fretboard is Brazilian given the dating of the instrument.