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National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)
National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)

National Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck (1928)

$25,000
sku: 50U-201221
A top-of-the-line instrument from the 2nd year of National Guitars, this Style 4 Deluxe Tricone Round Neck resonator guitar features an engraving pattern sometimes referred to as Style 4 Deluxe or Style 5. This extremely rare engraving variation features an “Acanthus Leaves pattern”, rather than the floral Chrysanthemum pattern seen on most Style 4 models. With a newer hardshell case, and dilapidated original hardshell case.It’s in very good to excellent condition.   More Details...
Due to treaties that regulate international trade and insure the future availability of certain materials used in the construction of this instrument, additional fees and/or documentation may be required if you ship this item outside of the USA.  We'll determine whether the regulations apply to your order, and will contact you with more information if necessary.
Elderly Warranty: 30 days Manufacturer's Warranty: None

Only 1 piece in stock!


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The following specs were provided by our repair and appraisal teams. For a more detailed description please call (517) 372-7880 
  • SN 0261
  • 1928
  • VGC-EC
  • Original German Silver finished body
  • Arched back, Lattice grill soundholes
  • Metal soundwell
  • Chunky V-profile 12-fret mahogany neck with slotted headstock
  • Pearl National "shield" headstock logo
  • White-bound 19-fret ebony fingerboard
  • Abalone triangle and square inlays
  • 1-7/8" nut, ~24-7/8" scale
  • 14-1/8" lower bout, 3-1/8" body depth at tailpiece
  • T-bar bridge and 3 new cones, screened coverplate
  • Rare and fancy "Acanthus leaves pattern" engraving on top, back, sides, coverplate and hand strap
  • Parallel engraved line on body edges (top, back and sides)
  • "JB" (or "GB") also engraved on hand strap
  • "PAT PEND" stamped into top at end of fingerboard
  • Slug tailpiece
  • 2 cases -- Newer HSC and dilapidated OHSC (extra shipping if you want the old case)
  • Our shop reset the neck, installed new tuners, cones and saddle.
  • Sides re-soldered on top upper bouts (not obvious - done by our shop)
  • 2 small repaired cracks by high "E" tuner on headstock with touchup (also by our shop)