Gretsch Acoustic Guitar with Chipboard Case 1953 -- AS-IS!

This is a pre-owned/used instrument available as shown for local delivery, pickup at our storefront (curbside or in store) in Beltsville, Maryland, or shipment to those in the lower 48/USA only via UPS Ground [a signature will be required for delivery -- this cannot be waived]*. See the provided pix for best idea of overall cosmetic condition. As it is pre-owned, it has acquired surface marks and wear (dings, dents, scratches, scuffs, smudges, etc.) from play/use - all purely cosmetic in nature. It plays fairly well for the most part in the 'cowboy chord' region, but the upper register action is a bit higher than is comfortable so play is a bit more challenging than it should be above the 9th fret or so. Its bridge has been lowered as far as it can go, so there's no help with available here. Part of the action issue is due to the neckjoint glue deteriorating due to age -- the neck rests at a less-than-ideal angle as a result. Our opinion is that this guitar should have a luthier re-glue it and give it a setup to bring it back to life but it is being sold through consignment (can't budge on the price nor are we permitted to attempt any repairs) -- it is being sold *AS-IS* in this condition -- please be aware of this before purchasing! The pictured chipboard case will be included. No other extras are available for this item. This listing has been created for the benefit of our local customers. There may be cosmetic or functional issues that the pictures alone cannot capture — if you are not able to come by and inspect this instrument in person, please be sure to ask any relevant questions you may have regarding its condition, playability, etc. before buying. * Please be aware that humidity, temperature, and handling can affect guitars & basses such that adjustments to the instrument might be needed post-shipment. This includes "fret sprout" (as wood shrinks/swells during shipment, a fretted instrument may arrive with sharp fret edges). If tweaking action, intonation, etc., having fret edges dressed, or having the instrument set up to your specs is not something you are comfortable with doing yourself, you will need the help of a local-to-you tech/professional. Note that any associated fees incurred for their time and labor will be your responsibility. Please contact us to discuss any other questions you may have about it before clicking the "Add To Cart" button! Atomic Music store hours: 12pm - 6pm, EST, Monday - Saturday & 12pm - 5pm, EST, Sundays. Thanks!! - Atomic Music