Highly collectable Kel Kroydon KK1 # 9469 available for sale. These are sought after L bodied guitars built by Gibson between 1929 and 1931. The KK1 was ntended to be an affordable alternative to the Gibson L-2.
This is a fabulous example that went through a minor restoration a few years back by the late Tony Klassen. The restoration involved a bridge reglue and a section of the x-brace was replaced. Repairing in this way kept costs low and prevented the top from further distortion which these lightly built guitars are notorious for. It also prevented the need for a neck reset and refret.
This is a lovely sounding instrument with tons of charm that Kel Kroydon’s are known for. The top is virtually crack-free and body and neck are in fabulous shape. The original frets work well and still have life left in them. There is some buzzing as you get past the 12th fret, but when you consider that frets are original it is somewhat expected.
I am offering this guitar at a “player’s” price because in order to ask top dollar, further restoration would be required. Because the instrument is completely original, plays well, has nearly full saddle height and no loose braces, I’ll leave the decision to the new owner. I think the instrument is fabulous as it is.
This guitar will include it’s original chipboard case