Giannini AWN C1 (7/8 size nylon guitar (requires attention)

Description

Still available.

Please note that this guitar has structural damage to the top that needs to be
addressed by a good luthier or guitar tech. It can be strung with new strings
and played as it is (the lower tension of nylon strings won't cause any further
damage), but still advisable to have it repaired. Specifically, there is a wood-deep
crack from the sound hole to the bridge, following through from the bridge to
the bow edge. The bridge itself is secure. I was given this guitar by an uncle
who had stored this in his attic for approx 20 years without proper humidification,
hence causing the split/crack. Unfortunate, as it is a nice instrument.

A rare and beautiful Giannini nylon string guitar built in Brazil in the 1970s.
The 1970s are considered a "special period" for Giannini.

The top is solid cedar. The back and sides are laminate Brazilian Jacaranda
(harvesting banned since 1976). Quality robust tuning machine heads. The neck is
straight with no warping, and feels very comfortable. There is no bellying on the top.

Considering it's over 50 years old, note that the guitar has some minor dings
and scratches (review photos).

Specs:
String length 642 mm
Nut width 50 mm
Top Solid Spruce
Back/sides Brazilian Rosewood
Bracing Fan
Mahogany neck
Natural bone nut and saddle
Rosewood fingerboard
Rosewood bridge

The guitar includes a sturdy, good quality hardshell case (see photos).

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Collection only, from Gordon Road, Ealing, west London.

Posted: 1 hour ago

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