Vintage guitars for sale: 1952

Vintage Correct Parts is proud to offer, for your consideration,
A completely original and fantastic
Original Vintage Gibson 1950's Les Paul "Thin" Switch Nut
Correct for your vintage early 50's Les Paul Standard
Very rare, these thin profile nuts were used on the Les Paul Standard Goldtop in the early to mid 1950's, they switched to the skirted nuts sometime around 1957
Fantastic and in great shape
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Offering this vintage Montgomery Wards wood with plastic fret board guitar toy or ukulele, nice stenciled decoration, and this was first made in 1952 so from around that time, no makers marks but from research shown to be by Montgomery Wards and from around 1952
Measures 20 7 / 8 inches long by 6 3 / 8 inches wide by 2 5 / 8 inches thick including strings
Shipping via USPS Ground Advantage, and packaged well to ensure item gets to you in great condition Items from a non smoking home ... more

Vintage Correct Parts is proud to offer, for your consideration,
A fantastic and original
Vintage Gibson late 40's thru 1952 Gold Barrel "Tall" Knob Set
This is an absolutely stunning matched set of two "tall" barrel knobs
Correct for many Gibson electric guitars of this era.
This includes the very first year 1952 Les Paul "Standard" Goldtop as well as many ES models
Great original condition!
Priced to sell - don't miss it!
An incredibly rare part
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Hammond AO-21194-1 Vintage RT Pedal Solo Unit Tube Amplifier 1952 with full tube set
This amp was tested and working when removed but no guarantees or returns
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Vintage Correct Parts is proud to offer, for your consideration,
A fantastic and original
Vintage 1950's Gibson ES-175D "Side Nail Mount" - "Wide Bevel" Pickguard
This is correct for your early - mid 50's P-90 equipped Gibson ES-175D
This will also fit a 1957 - 1959 PAF Es-175 perfectly - it just lacks the litte cutout for the height adjustment PAF screws .
Great original condition with minimal pickwear. This guard does have a little "dish" or upward curling as is so common ... more

from RetroGuitarParts vintage guitars + parts.
RetroGuitarParts - "archtop and jazz specialist "
These are just impossible to find!!! This is a very cool REALLY EARLY switchcraft no-logo switch. Geometry of shaft dates it to early 50s through 1956 .this is the earliest Switchcraft variant that was used. Correct for your Les Paul Custom in early to mid 50's!!!!
Gold switch shows no lettering
Comes with original brass thin nut .very valuable in its own right
The switch ... more

Vintage closed-back Kluson Deluxe tuner set with rare opaque original buttons, removed from a vintage Gibson acoustic. No bent shafts. Vintage 1947 to early 1952
Kluson Deluxe is stamped down the center of the gear cover, and there is no second tuner post hole on the opposite side of the gear cover. The bottom of the gear cover has an external ??PAT APPLD?? stamping, and on the bottom side of the tuners, stamped in the metal, it says ??2356766 PAT APPLD
In good condition. Please see ... more

Rickenbacher ??Electro?? NS Lap Steel Silverburst 1948-1950
plays great! There is a dent on the bottom, and two pin holes near logo
Any questions, please feel free to contact us!
Great item by DeMont Guitars!
Returns not accepted from overseas and buyer should assume item is 'as-is' please feel free to ask any and all questions prior to auction end. Please email if you plan on bidder, or would like to purchase item for out-of-USA delivery
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Here is a 1952 Silvertone 1340 guitar amps, everything appears to be original except the power cord, volume knob, and back panel. The new cord is grounded and heavy duty. Turns on and plays. Great vintage tube tone for practice or mic-ed up in the home studio. These were manufactured by Valco for sears branded ??Silvertone??. This is a 73 year vintage tube amplifier and may need serviced by a professional
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RARE Vintage Original 1952 Fender Telecaster Broadcaster Pot .Pot code 140222 .Shipping includes insurance... more

RARE Vintage Original 1952 Fender Telecaster Broadcaster Pot .Pot code 140222 .Shipping includes insurance... more

1990 FERNANDES 1952 BUTTERSCOTCH BLONDE MAHOGANY BODY TELECASTER!! SIMPLY The RAREST WOOD FOR A TELECASTER!! As far as I can see it seems to be a 1pc Body as well!! You can even see the killer "HOG" Grain when held upon to the light!! Absolutely GORGEOUS Telecaster!!!
All Original Vintage Japanese... more

Thanks for viewing another great listing from Buffalo Music and Guitars!
Please READ entire ad, see pictures for condition, and ask ALL questions BEFORE purchase!
For sale here is my 1952 Gretsch 6003 vintage acoustic guitar. It has quite a few scratches, dings, dents, scuffs and checking as well as cracks by the strap button and sound hole but it still holds strong after 73 years! Includes the original purchase receipt from 1957 as well as the COA in a Gretsch envelope date-stamped from... more

1953-Mid 1956 Kluson Deluxe Tuner Set
Translucent Keystone button, no line, single ring
Stamped '2356766' & 'Pat Appld'
Two treble side and one bass side tuners have shafts that are slightly bent.
Grommets / collars and screws included.
Ideal to return your Les Paul Standard or ES-175 to period correct, or for an upgrade on an aged replica that may have less than convincing aged hardware
Happy to provide any measurements needed or answer any questions.
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A stunning vintage circa 1952 Silvertone Model H50 arch top electric hollowbody in original Sunburst finish
This is an early example with deluxe headstock artwork and original Gibson made P-13 pickup
Pickup sounds just incredible. Super warm and fat and thick, great for Jazz and killer for Rock
Neck is straight and the guitar plays well all the way up and down with a good action
Comes with nice vintage original hard case, too!
A stunning vintage circa 1952 Silvertone Model ... more

ONE set of exceedingly rare original oem output transformers for a 5C8, 5D8 FENDER Tweed TWIN 2485 output transformer.
4 ohms Secondary impedance 25 to 30 watts
This is a clean working unit. There is a bit of varnish on the leads from the V P.I. process where transformer windings are submerged in hot varnish and then pressurized with air to force the varnish deep into the windings. This serves as insulation and moisture (non condensing), protection and is part of the manufacturing ... more

Circa 1952-1954 Gibson GA-40 Les Paul Amp
This Amp Is Located At Imperial Vintage Guitars San Diego
In Good Condition
Circuit Has Been Modified - Tremolo Has Been Removed
Original Jensen 12" Speaker
14 Watts
Comes As Shown In Photos
Available For Local Pickup Only
Please See Photos Of Circuit - This Is In The Format We Received It In
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Item: 1952 Gibson LG-1 Acoustic Guitar w / HSC!
Description: You are purchasing a 1952 Gibson LG-1 Acoustic Guitar with Hard Shell Case. Would be a great piece to any guitarist collection. Play great and looks good. Please ask any questions before buying if you have any Shipping: $80 00 shipping to the Lower 48 States! We ship overseas. Overseas shipping prices will vary. Overseas buyers pay their own import taxes Payment: We accept Paypal for your convenience. Payment ... more

excellent condition for its age ?? No breaks, cracks, or repairs.
Top is perfect, back and sides are very clean with only minor play wear. Easy playing, low, comfortable action with no string buzz. 1 11 / 16" nut width.
The original P-90 pickup is strong and clear. Pots work as they should, no static or buzz
Very cool original high-hat speed knobs. Pickguard is upgraded to ES-150 style; original guard is included Original "fretless wonder" frets. Neck is straight, good angle to the ... more

Vintage Correct Parts is proud to offer, for your consideration,
A completely original and fantastic
Vintage Gibson 1952 - 1953 Les Paul Standard Goldtop Wiring Harness
This killer early 50's Les Paul harness is fully original and ready to ROCK, a stunning example of an early 50's Les Paul harness with IRC (international resistance company) solid shaft 500k pots, "grey tiger" caps, a "no logo" Switchcraft switch
All original and in PERFECT working condition
Correct for a late ... more

Kelton Swade 1952 Blackguard Tele Style Guitar Butterscotch Blonde Relic + Case

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Lovies Guitars is excited to offer up this Kelton Swade 1952 Blackguard Tele Style Electric Guitar with a Butterscotch Blonde Heavy Relic Finish! A superb guitar by the celebrated luthier Kelton Swade who made some of the most accurate replica vintage guitars available. A preferred builder for Vince Gill, Keith Urban, Roy Buchanan and many other well-known players, ... more

1952 EPIPHONE TRIUMPH REGENT ACOUSTIC ARCHTOP GUITAR. This is a factory cutaway, 17 3 / 8 " , carved acoustic Archtop. Condition is quite nice with finish checking, original parts, some paint chipping and the typical binding shrinkage
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Very rare 1952 Wide Panel Tweed Pro set
- 15?? Fender Pro with 15?? tweed Pro extension cabinet
- Pro amp appears to have been painted black at some point, but stripped
- Transformers are original!
- Original 1952 Jensen P15N sounds great.
- Amp has been recently serviced and gone through by Skip Simmons. I??m lucky to have him about 30 minutes away. In the past there had been some very shoddy work done. So Skip removed orange drops and some cruddy components and brought it ... more

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Here we have a 1952 Gibson L-7C acoustic archtop guitar! This one features a Venetian cutaway and is in very good condition overall
Specs include a spruce top, maple back & sides, maple neck, rosewood fingerboard and rosewood bridge. The scale length is 25 1 / 4" and the nut width is 1 11 / 16 " . It has Deluxe tuners, a trapeze tailpiece and a multiply floating black guard
The hardware and finish appear to be original. It is refretted with narrow tall wire and has a replacement nut. ... more

Item: 1952 Fender Deluxe TV Front Amplifier!
Description: You are purchasing a 1952 Fender Deluxe TV Front Amplifier! This amplifier works and sounds good. Please ask any questions before buying if you have any Shipping: $200 00 shipping to the Lower 48 States! We ship overseas. Overseas shipping prices will vary. Overseas buyers pay their own import taxes Payment: We accept Paypal for your convenience. Payment arrangements must be made within 72 hours after the auction ... more

1952 Martin 00-17, All Mahogany body, Tortoise pickguard, Lovely warm tonality, Has had a neck reset, Ready to enjoy, Gorgeous guitar, Truly a fantastic model, VG++, Newer hard case
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Epiphone Zephyr DeLuxe Regent (1952) ?? Natural Finish

Overview

A beautifully preserved example of an early-1950s Epiphone Zephyr DeLuxe Regent, built in New York before the Gibson acquisition
This model represents the pinnacle of Epiphone??s craftsmanship during its golden era ?? an archtop electric prized by jazz guitarists and collectors alike

Specifications

Feature Description
Manufacturer Epiphone Inc , New York, N Y., U S.A
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This 1952 Martin D-18 guitar is in fine original condition, crack free, and plays and sounds great. It weighs just 3 pounds, 14 2 ounces, so it is very resonant. The 6th string action height is 3 / 32-inch at the 12th fret. What you see is exactly what you get this is a very, very nice guitar. This fine vintage Martin comes in its original case with the green plush lining. As seen in the last close-ups, all four latches work fine, the handle looks replaced, but two of the 3 hinges on ... more

This is truly 1 of 1!

All original 1952 Gibson Les Paul Gold Top! The holy grail of historic Left Handed Gold Tops. There is no other. This is the only verifiable 1952 Lefty that I was able to find thru research and from Gibson that has a gold back. Feel free to contact Gibson to verify everything stated in this description

You will find other guitars that claim to be from 1952. But the backs are wood, and so they may be early 53 or require additional verification
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1952 Original Detroit Red Wings Photo Jack Adams James Norris Olympia Stadium! 1952 Original Detroit Red Wings Photo Jack Adams James Norris Olympia Stadium!
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Achetée à James Trussart lors de sa vente de collection en 2001.
(James Trussart est un concepteur de guitare et musicien français installé dans la ville de Los Angeles aux États-Unis, spécialisé dans la fabrique d??instruments à cordes, principalement de guitares en acier. La liste de ses clients comprend de nombreux artistes parmi les plus grands noms du show business. Au départ, ses ateliers et magasins sont à Paris dans le quartier de Pigalle, puis, il s'établit à Issy les ... more

Harmony H62 Archtop Guitar from 1952 / 53 in Blonde is a vintage piece crafted in the United States. Spruce top, Maple body.
This is a gigging guitar and hasn??t sat in a case or on the wall for long periods. It??s got the great baseball neck that Harmony are known for and a lovely warm tone. It??s great to play, very dynamic response. You can really dig or play lighter for a more mellow feel
All original parts. The picture shows no pick guard on the guitar as I prefer the look without ... more

Up for grabs is this very nice Fender Japan Heritage 1952 Telecaster from Fender Japan (this is not a Mexican guitar). It's in a beautiful translucent blonde finish with blackguard. Some really nice tonewoods were used for this one. The ash body is showing some lovely grain under the nitrocellulose finish. Nice looking & feeling maple fingerboard with 7 25 radius. Sonically the pickups sound great. Really resonant too when unplugged and feels great to play. Weight is 3 9kg. Structurally and ... more

This Fender American Vintage electric guitar is a rare gem for any musician. With a solid wood body in Butterscotch Blonde colour, this 50th edition Telecaster is a right-handed player's dream come true. The guitar comes with a hard case for safekeeping and transportation. The brand Fender needs no introduction in the world of music, and this American Vintage model is no exception. With its unique features and high-quality performance, this guitar is a must-have for any serious musician. The ... more

Fender Telecaster / Esquire 1952 / 53 micro pickup bridge d'origine.
Je vend ce rarissime micro Fender Telecaster / Esquire de 1952 / 1953 selon le n° de série 2706 gravé sur le chevalet Les tubes de montage caoutchouc ont été remplacés il y'a 15 ans Il n'a jamais été rebobiné et fonctionne parfaitement. Le son est très crunchy blues rock avec le twang caractéristique.... more

Chevalet Fender Telecaster / Esquire 1952 / 53 d'origine complet.
Je vend ce rarissime chevalet Fender Telecaster d'origine 1952 / 1953 n° de série 2706 issu d'une Esquire de la même époque, il est fourni avec ses pontets, saddles, et 3 vis d'origine têtes fendues la 4° est malheureusement perdue. Il est parfaitement fonctionnelles vis et ressorts fonctionnent parfaitement et ne présentent pas de point dur. Il tient très bien l'accord et les harmoniques. L'esthétique correspond à ... more

From Fender's "American Vintage Reissue" series: with its specifications based on the originals, it positions itself well away from the always modern "American Standard" and only slightly below the Time Machine series from the Fender Custom Shop. Fender used the best wood and nitro lacquer - everything like 1952
Up for sale is a 52 American Vintage Telecaster in Butterscotch Blonde. The guitar is in near mint condition. The guitar includes the original tweed case and a certificate of ... more

Bonjour, je mets en vente une splendide et très rare Gibson L7 de 1952. Il s'agit de la version "démocratique" de la L5 avec laquelle elle partage les mêmes dimensions et les mêmes bois Cette L7 est dans un état remarquable pour ses 73 ans. Des traces inévitables liées à son âge mais aucune casse ni fissure Je peux fournir un micro Dearmond FHC-C d'époque pour amplifier cette archtop La guitare est visible à Paris.... more

1952 FENDER TELECASTER BODY - made in USA :
* refinished
* uneven drilled body ferrules as usual for early Teles
* some oversanding around neck pocket
* neck pickup rout was made larger for a pedal steel pickup
* extra screw holes at jack input
* 52 date partially visible in neck pocket=check last pics
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1952 FENDER TELECASTER BODY - made in USA :
* refinished
* uneven drilled body ferrules as usual for early Teles
* some oversanding around neck pocket
* neck pickup rout was made larger for a pedal steel pickup
* extra screw holes at jack input
* 52 date partially visible in neck pocket=check last pics
* SOLD AS IS - NO RETURNS... more

FINESTSELECTIONSHIPPINGSPECIALISTS24 HourSupportLondon Vintage Guitars are please to offer:Gibson J50 Acoustic 1952 - NaturalGibson J50 AcousticYear: 1952
Condition: Excellent
DescriptionClassic Gibson 
We are happy to offer the following 1952 Gibson J50 in collector , investor quality , details as follows 
Gibson J50 
1952 
Natural 
Mahogany Back / Sides 
Internally / Externally Original 
Condition 9 / 10 ( Collector , Investor ... more

1952 FENDER TELECASTER BODY - made in USA :
* super nice wood grain
* dated 11 - 24 - 52
* refinished in natural amber
* some oversanding around neck pocket=lip is gone
* 71 years old wood=TONE MACHINE !
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1952 FENDER TELECASTER - made in USA :
* body has oversanding, extra screw holes, cracks at neck pocket, neck pickup cavity slightly routed and filled
* neck has a new trussrod and BIGGER frets installed, cracks around skunk stripe=check pic 11 & 12 had a bigger nut installed(now repaired), also 4 small holes in fingerboard at 17th & 21st fret =check pic 8, neck was sanded down a bit=overall about 1 mm is missing from nut to the neck end, NOT a baseball neck profile anymore ... more

1952 Martin D-28 Acoustic Guitar. Great players guitar, very well set up and sounds great, it really plays like a modern guitar which is not always the case with a guitar of this age. I have attached a video for you to hear it, really warm and deep tone that comes partly with age and partly with the back and side material which is, of course, no longer available (B ** Rosewood). Still considered to be the best sounding wood for building guitars. The Martin D28 is one of the most sought after ... more

1952 FENDER TELECASTER - made in USA :
* body has oversanding, extra screw holes, cracks at neck pocket, neck pickup cavity slightly routed and filled
* neck has a new trussrod and BIGGER frets installed, cracks around skunk stripe=check pic 11 & 12 had a bigger nut installed(now repaired), also 4 small holes in fingerboard at 17th & 21st fret =check pic 8, neck was sanded down a bit=overall about 1 mm is missing from nut to the neck end, NOT a baseball neck profile anymore ... more

Ich trenne mich von meiner Gibson Les Paul Goldtop aus dem Jahr 1952 ohne finanziellen und zeitlichen Druck
Ich weise ausdrücklich darauf hin, dass es sich bei der Gitarre um eine sogenannte "Player-Guitar" und KEINE "Collector-Guitar" handelt. Die Historie vor dem Kauf bei Gregs-Guitars ist mir nicht bekannt
Wer eine Vintage-Gitarre im Originalzustand sucht, sollte bitte weiter klicken. Alle, die ein einzigartiges Vintage-Schätzchen mit hervorragendem Klang und bester Bespielbarkeit ... more

NEW KINGS ROAD VINTAGE GUITAR EMPORIUM ARE DELIGHTED TO OFFER FOR SALE THIS1952 Martin D 28 Dreadnought. We are pleased to offer for sale this fantastic early 50s Martin D28. Dreadnought size, Brazilian R sewood back and sides bound body with a spruce top. Mah gany neck with an Ebony fingerboard and dot inlays.
The nut width is 43 6mm. This guitar weighs 2 175Kg or 4 79Lb In overall excellent condition throughout, recently serviced with a full pro set up and fret dress. No breaks, just a ... more

THE 1952
The following in both players and collector’s terms is one of the most desired of all vintage instruments, details as follows:
Fender Telecaster
1952
S / No 3618
Blonde
Maple Neck
Blackguard
Neck Date 8 / 52 ( Tadeo Gomez TG )
Body Date 8 / 52 ( Neck Pocket )
Internally / Externally Original
Original Strap , Bridge Cover , Cable
Original Brochures
Original Thermometer Case
Condition 8 25 / 10 ( Light , Normal Playing wear ... more

This is the sale of a restored 1952 H3 electric lap steel guitar. It retains this model's original grand kerfing, as well as the original solid Mohogany wood body. It has been restored to its era's condition with original bakelite saddle and an aluminum hand rest and nut. In addition, flush fitted chrome machine head washers. It also features a Birdseye maple fretboard with real opal shell markers, plus a new look raspberry finish It is also fitted with an aftermarket humbucker and volume and ... more

Have a Maton d4 stradivarius acoustic guitar for sale. Does require the bridge to be moved slightly as someone has put it back on without aligning the strings properly. It still plays and actually sounds pretty clean. Action is decent. Has some cosmetic issues but overall presents decently especially for age. Was told it's a 1952 model (cannot confirm sorry). Will be posted with insurance
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In Store ?? 1952, Fender, Telecaster, ??Lush Closet Classic??,
Aged Nocaster Blonde, Custom Shop, 2022

Want to trade? layby? swap? or make an offer?
Please talk with us Black Dot Armidale
Tony Elder / Steve Jackson
Black Dot Music
Est 1985

Just traded on A Masterbuilt Todd Krause Tele This one is Mint! Virtually unplayed
SKU: 9235001555
Description
The 1952 Fender Telecaster is the quintessential electric guitar that started it all and is still a ... more