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Rory Gallagher: A Guyatone Rory Gallagher Model Electric Guitar, 1974, guitar 38 1/2in (98cm) long image 1
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Lot 72

Rory Gallagher: A Guyatone Rory Gallagher Model Electric Guitar, 1974,
guitar 38 1/2in (98cm) long

17 October 2024, 15:00 BST
London, New Bond Street

Sold for £10,880 inc. premium

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Rory Gallagher: A Guyatone Rory Gallagher Model Electric Guitar,

Asymmetrical body with natural finish, single humbucking pickup in the bridge position, large black plastic pickguard, one volume/one tone control, one switch, bound neck with ebony fingerboard, dot markers, bone nut, reverse headstock with logo, six-in-line Grover tuners, in custom plush-lined Guyatone denim rectangular hardshell case,

Footnotes

Rory worked with Mr. Tomioka of the Guyatone guitar company on this Artist model; Rory was photographed at an airport when the guitar was presented to him in January 1975. Rory played the guitar live in Japan.

Guyatone:
One of the earliest guitar manufacturers in Japan, Guyatone started in 1933. It was not until 1951 that Guyatone began branding their guitars. They were affordable guitars, and became popular not only in Japan but internationally during the 1960s and 70s. Although the brand never reached the heights of other manufacturers like Fender or Gibson, it cultivated a loyal following among musicians who appreciated its distinctive sound and vintage appeal. Today, vintage Guyatone guitars are cherished by collectors for their historical significance.

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