1930s Old Kraftsman Model 36 (Kay-Built)

Vintage 1930s Old Kraftsman Model 36 (Kay-Built) Archtop Acoustic Guitar – Pre-War Beauty w/ Upgraded Deluxe Hard Shell Case

This guitar is in incredible vintage condition for being roughly 85 years old. It shows honest, beautiful cosmetic playwear, light scratches, minor finish checking, and typical edge lacquer chipping consistent with age. No cracks, no seam separations, and no structural compromises. A perfect, turn-key player's piece or addition to any serious American vintage collection.

• Brand: Old Kraftsman (Manufactured by Kay)

• Model: Model 36

• Era: Late 1930s / Early 1940s (Pre-War)

• Binding: Rare deluxe multi-ply black-and-white checkerboard purfling along the top and back edges.

• Tuners: Original Pre-War PAF Kluson open-back strip tuners (metal buttons).

• Finish: Brilliantly vibrant two-tone Cherry/Red Sunburst nitrocellulose lacquer with factory faux-flame stenciling.

• F-Holes: Dual classic cello-style f-holes.

• Case: Modern hard shell case (included).