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I have a Silvertone Semi Hollow Acoustic guitar. It is a P4 L7709 model. Can anyone tell me how much its value is and any additional information. It would be greatly appreciated.,
looking for info on Kay archtop acoustic model L5249
Gabe
I have a Kay archtop acoustic only marking is inside the body stamped L 5249. I haven’t been able to find any info on this model. I mainly would like to find out how old it was. I anybody has info it would be appreciated thank you.
beautiful vibrant tri burst colors, not like any of the kays i`ve owned. truss rod extends from base of neck where meets the body [for external adjustment.has a zero frett,rectangle pearl inlay on fret board. logo is a K inside a chrome circle with black background. no numbers of any kind,has a nice soft [muted voice] any help?
I just purchased something very similar to what you described but mine has a number right under the neck plate. KH-90T mine is a sunburst semi-hollow archtop with f holes and a bigsby style tremolo system. it has a black pickguard with a vine design. instead of round knobs, mine has sliders for the volume and one slider for tone. Cant find anymore info on it yet. hope this helps
I have what I believe to be a Kay Busker. All images I could find were of the front and the only difference is there is no Kay trademark. If someone knows how to tell I will gladly send pics.
Ok THIS IS STRANGE!!!! I have been trying to find anything and everything about this guitar all it has as the model number is K503 same as the other ones I have seen posted but there is nothing else wrote on it besides the whole established blah blah blah….as well it says made in Korea…………….SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO I NEED HELP figuring out how much this guitar is worth….someone plz help!!!! Thanks
My mother bought a guitar from Houck’s Piano in Memphis around 1934. It was used at the time so I assume it pre-dates ’34. She’s always called it her Gibson but I cannot find out for sure. I have people who say it is a Gibson and others say it’s not. Still others say it might be an Epiphone or Kay. It looks like the picture of an old 1934 Gibson L-5 but the dots on the frets are diferent. There absolutely no markings anywhere on it and we have looked inside the best we can without taking it apart.
I would post pics but don’t know how. If you’d like to see it, email me and I’ll send you some (or tell me how to post them here).
Today I picked up a Kay American Heritage series #K520R at the Goodwill for 100 bucks. I don’t know that I got the best deal –as i have since learned it is not an actual “Kay” but a korean-made guitar from the 80’s or 90’s. However, for the money, it is a GREAT sounding guitar! Really nice ring and clarity–especially in the mid-range, with great resonance. And, this is with the old strings still on it…can’t wait to put on a medium gauge set and hear it pop.
I have been trying to find out what year and it’s value of my f hole hollow body electric. The numbers inside say n-6 l-5867. If anyone could help me Iwould sure appreciate it. This is for sale
I have a Kay steel guitar, goes across your lap. Also have a amplifier for the guitar and carrying case original bar and picks that Ihave owned over 50 years ago. Prior to my owning this guitar it belonged to another family member. It is a beautiful wood guitar.
I have a Rex Royal six string guitar… it was a high school graduation present from my Grandparents to my Dad. He graduated in about 1937… The guitar is in excellent condition, and I have the original strings that came with it… What is the current value?
Ive been looking for one of these(your can be seen on guitardemont.com) or just type in Rex royal. I’ll pay $500 bucks for it. You can email me at [email protected]. My grandfather had one that I ruined as a kid.
I see them on harmontdamon.com it’s a beuatiful guitar these were made by harmony,Kay, and Gretsch. I had one too that I ruined when I was a kid(also my grandfathers) If you want to sell it send me a picture of the headstock, I’d like to set things right and get another one.
So looking through my stuff I stumbled up an old Kay acoustic i traded a broken computer for in college. I have been trying to get a model name and date, but looking into it finding this info out on Kay’s is a challenge. Found a few similar on ebay, but my pickguard and headstock logo don’t match what I have seen.
Thought I would put it out to this fine community to see if anyone knew anything.
Some fun cheap building techniques the luthiers on here might enjoy:
Pickguard is directly SCREWED into the top
Bridge seems to have been traditionally glued, but looking inside it was also BOLTED in from the bridge to the body (bolt and nuts still on surprisingly)
Only age clue is that the tuners are open back 3 on a sheet Kluson’s (Says "Kluson MFG Chicago Ill.")
So looking through my stuff I stumbled up an old Kay acoustic i traded a broken computer for in college. I have been trying to get a model name and date, but looking into it finding this info out on Kay’s is a challenge. Found a few similar on ebay, but my pickguard and headstock logo don’t match what I have seen.
Thought I would put it out to this fine community to see if anyone knew anything.
Some fun cheap building techniques the luthiers on here might enjoy:
Pickguard is directly SCREWED into the top
Bridge seems to have been traditionally glued, but looking inside it was also BOLTED in from the bridge to the body (bolt and nuts still on surprisingly)
Only age clue is that the tuners are open back 3 on a sheet Kluson’s (Says "Kluson MFG Chicago Ill.")
Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Alissa Harrier
Alissa Harrier
This guitar was found at an auction by my grandmother and was given to my mother. I have been enlisted to find information about it but haven’t had much luck so far. We didn’t even know the brand name until I started my search. The logo is a gold circle with a k inside of it which I have identified as being a Kay. It has a flat top, 6 strings, mother of pearl inlays, and the wood on the back of the guitar almost looks like what is called zebra wood (green and orange striping). Also, it has a floral pattern on what looks like black plastic on both sides of the opening on front. Sorry I don’t know the names of the parts. 🙂 Inside the hole is a small white tag that says model no. k 300. All my research so far on this model # says its an electric but it clearly is not! I have pictures, if anyone can help.
I have Kay archtop electric, numbers on pot are n-2 and L-7467. Has logo on head stock, white pick guard with logo, single pick-up.Near mint condition. Purchased new in 1970?.Came with Solid State amp, 21 watts, GA 77 T.
I would like to know date and approx. value of both
This should be a 1964. I have the Truetone (made by Kay) L7496. Kay made the same guitar for different retailers. Sears was called Silvertone, Western Auto sold the Truetone. They were also called Old Craftsman, Penncrest
Have you looked at the numbers under the pickup? It appears this is a 1964. I have True tone arch top acoustic electric . The serial number accessible through the F hole is L7496 ,and the pickup 51864
Hi, I realize your post was three years ago and its farfetched that you’ll get this, but just in case. I have found an old guitar in a dumpster with the exact same serial numbers on the inside, I was just wondering if you’d found any more information about it. Thanks!
Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Desiree Street
Desiree Street
I have an acoustic Kay K570, and I was curious to see if anyone would have any information on it. Company info, year of the model, how many were made, worth, etc.
It is in ,for the most part, perfect condition.
Has Black pick guard on Both sides of the sound hole with painting of flowers and vines.
Pick guards have phillips screws[from what i understand the phillips screws might indicate that it was Post 1952(ish)]
Has Mahogany(?) back with engraving of flowers and vines.
Has a Gold Sticker with K(in black)on the head of the guitar(didnt know if this would indicate a special series)
Has the Model number K570 inside the guitar with the serial number 300326 inside the body.
Under the Model and Serial number is the word "second"
But it doesnt have any info as to where it was made(from what i understand if it was a Korean model(after the company sold) it might indicate that as well inside where the Model and Serial Numbers would be..
I have been searching all over the internet and I can only seem to find tiny bits of info here and there. I cant even find any pics of what other K570s might look like.
The Kay website was not very helpful as it doesnt even say that this model number(K570)exists(?!?!?)
Any information on the guitar would be wonderful.
Thanks so much.
I have this same guitar. It was purchased for me from a pawn shop around 1978-1979, for $100.00. It is exactly as everyone is describing it. (Dual pick guards, with flowers and vines, engraved vines around the back, etc.). Inside the hole, is a sticker..Model No. ‘K570’, Serial number 300376. I looked further, up toward the neck area, and came up with ‘1976 3 15’, which I believe suggests it was made March 15, 1976. My bridge is cracked, and was thinking about replacing it, versus getting a new guitar, because everyone I have spoken to indicates that it is a worthless guitar, however pretty. Now that I have read these comments, I think I will spend the money to get the bridge replaced! Thanks! Kari
I have a K 570 made in italy.Could you tell me how old it is ? it has 22 frets steel strung with black scratch plate. I also have a electric guitar,I think it could be a child’s guitar.Its black red and brown.It has one pick up…
I just got a K 250 passed down to me with the serial number 280976, Its in perfect shape. Any idea what its worth. Shoot me an email if you could. [email protected]
thanks
I have one too, it’s in good shape, but you can tell it’s old. I can NOT find anything about it, I’m thinking about taking it to a pawn shop to find something out. Let me know if you find something out. Thanks.
: How old and rare is this guitar
If you find out, I have the same guitar, very unusual, single cutaway, jumbo, bell shaped soundhole, flat top acoustic. I can date this one to 1957 or 1958. Have a picture of the previous owner and his son taken in 1959 with Dad playing the guitar. Son says, Dad got it thru the speigel catalog in either ’57 or ’58. It is in great condition and still very playable. I am trying to establish a value on this.
In response to your post. Go to http://www.kayguitar.com There you will find catalogues of Kay guitars according to the year the guitar was made. I too have a K6102 N-3. It is listed in the 1967-1968 Catalogue. There is a picture too, so you know for sure. It is called the Kay Country II Model Flat Top Guitar. It sold for $79.95 back then. Check it out to see if this is your guitar.I can’t believe I finally found some info on this guitar I bought in the late sixties!……..Jan
In response to your post: Also try http://www.kayvintagereissue.com It is the 1968 catologue in which there is a pic and short write-up of your K6102 5242.
My dad has a Kay guitar with the letters K6102 3643 P7 printed inside.
this is a flat top hollow body. that is about all I know about the guitar.
if you have any information about the age or value of this guitar I would
really appreciate your help.
Thanks
Hello – I see this is an old post but wondering if you ever found out anything about it. I bought one exactly like yours – Kay model KDG 70S – also with the double pickguard. Not sure but I know back in the day a lot of company’s denoted special order with the leter “S”. That’s about the only thing that makes sense as I’ve researched this model and also can’t find anything else about it. Happy to find this so that I know someone didn’t hand stamp the S on there and it was a true production guitar. If you’ve ever found anything else about it, I’d appreciate a heads up on it – my email is [email protected]. Thanks – Max
My Father-in-Law has a Kay 12 string guitar that has Steel Reinenforced Neck made in Korea stamped on the back of the neck. I would like some information about this guitar and am not sure how to go about getting it. The guitar belonged to his mother and was believed to be purchased in the mid-late 60’s somewhere in Chicago. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.
My cousin bought a K3599 for 20 bucks. It appears the neck is pulling towards the top, causing high action. He has steel strings on it but it seems to have classical bracing. My question is, could this be a nylon string guitar? We’d appreciate any info you can give us on this guitar.
: My cousin bought a K3599 for 20 bucks. It appears the neck is pulling towards the top, causing high action. He has steel strings on it but it seems to have classical bracing. My question is, could this be a nylon string guitar? We’d appreciate any info you can give us on this guitar.
Rply: Yes, they are classical guitars meant for nylon strings. You may want to refurbish it a bit too ^_^
I have a guitar I got prlly around 1990, but I’m not sure on the year. It says Kay starter series, model number K-72. It’s in mint condition. How much can I expect to get from it? Also anyone know the year?
This guitar belonged to my husband’s grandfather. He carried it around, playing for the troops during WWII. I am hoping that someone could tell me, please, how much the guitar is worth. It’s in pretty good shape as old as it is; the only thing that isn’t original, to my knowledge, is the strings and the bridge. His grandfather hand-carved a new one for it years ago. We’re not really looking to sell it as the memories it holds are priceless, but are wondering just how much it may be worth. Thanks for any help you can provide!
How much would a Kay 100th Anniversary Model K5100 E be worth. It is #3004 out of 5000 that were made. I’d like to sell or donate to a music store – just trying to make a decision ASAP!
I have a Custom Kraft Black Les Paul copy,(exact), stock# 2244, Ser# 520. I have had it and playing it hard since 93 and have been looking for info since then also. I cannot find anything on this guitar other than the usual about kay, valco, and other model Custom Krafts. This ia an excellent guitar and would like to know dates, rarity etc. anything about this particular model. I can send pics if needed. Thanks for your time, Gary
I have a Kay electric that was once played by the great jazz/blues guitarist Lonnie Johnson. This guitar is in fair to good condition. I probably would be interested in selling it in the future reasonably. Ph. 1-614-270-0171.
I just aquired a older Kay guitar. It ls a flat top jumbo with a lite sunburst colour. The only markings on it [other than the Kay emblem] is an "N1" stamped on the inside and a "steel reinforced neck" on the back of the head.
Any info would be appreciated.
I could e-mail pics if needed.
Hi. I have a very old Kay that my brother bought when he was in Nam, for me. The number inside is L8919. Does anyone know anything about it? It came in a black, aligator skin looking, blue felt lined, case.
Thanks for your help.
Looking for info on this Kay guitar. Natural finish,spruce top. Raised metal "Kay" at the top of the head,a bell shaped plastic truss rod cover with a music stand on it. 18 fret neck,good shape
I’ll take any help in dating this guitar.. Thanks
: Looking for info on this Kay guitar. Natural finish,spruce top. Raised metal "Kay" at the top of the head,a bell shaped plastic truss rod cover with a music stand on it. 18 fret neck,good shape
: I’ll take any help in dating this guitar.. Thanks
I have made this guitar into a laptop slide…sounds good!
Re: how old is this kay hummingbird guitar or value
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: i have a kay hummingbird dreadnaught guitar and do not know the year or anything about it it was made in china and the serial number is K553H and i think it is cherry sunburst in color i hope that u can help me thank u.
i have a kay hummingbird dreadnaught guitar and do not know the year or anything about it it was made in indonesia and the serial number is K553H and i think it is rosewood in color i hope that u can help me thank u.
I believe that you have (Kay model 553 HCS or Hummingbird) what is referred to as a “High Burst Finish” guitar. As best I can tell, the retail value of same is between $140 & $150.
I have a Silvertone Semi Hollow Acoustic guitar. It is a P4 L7709 model. Can anyone tell me how much its value is and any additional information. It would be greatly appreciated.,
I have a Kay archtop acoustic only marking is inside the body stamped L 5249. I haven’t been able to find any info on this model. I mainly would like to find out how old it was. I anybody has info it would be appreciated thank you.
beautiful vibrant tri burst colors, not like any of the kays i`ve owned. truss rod extends from base of neck where meets the body [for external adjustment.has a zero frett,rectangle pearl inlay on fret board. logo is a K inside a chrome circle with black background. no numbers of any kind,has a nice soft [muted voice] any help?
I just purchased something very similar to what you described but mine has a number right under the neck plate. KH-90T mine is a sunburst semi-hollow archtop with f holes and a bigsby style tremolo system. it has a black pickguard with a vine design. instead of round knobs, mine has sliders for the volume and one slider for tone. Cant find anymore info on it yet. hope this helps
Same color and description. I have same guitar. Do you have info on this guitar? What year is it etc? Any info sites,etc.? SL
I have a Kay lap guitar with the model number on the back as K15. Does anyone know how old it is? Any information would be great. Thanks.
I have what I believe to be a Kay Busker. All images I could find were of the front and the only difference is there is no Kay trademark. If someone knows how to tell I will gladly send pics.
[email protected]
Ok THIS IS STRANGE!!!! I have been trying to find anything and everything about this guitar all it has as the model number is K503 same as the other ones I have seen posted but there is nothing else wrote on it besides the whole established blah blah blah….as well it says made in Korea…………….SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO I NEED HELP figuring out how much this guitar is worth….someone plz help!!!! Thanks
I’m also wondering how much it is worth now. I bought it in 1985 at between $150 and $200.
My mother bought a guitar from Houck’s Piano in Memphis around 1934. It was used at the time so I assume it pre-dates ’34. She’s always called it her Gibson but I cannot find out for sure. I have people who say it is a Gibson and others say it’s not. Still others say it might be an Epiphone or Kay. It looks like the picture of an old 1934 Gibson L-5 but the dots on the frets are diferent. There absolutely no markings anywhere on it and we have looked inside the best we can without taking it apart.
I would post pics but don’t know how. If you’d like to see it, email me and I’ll send you some (or tell me how to post them here).
Thanks for any info. My email is [email protected]
Today I picked up a Kay American Heritage series #K520R at the Goodwill for 100 bucks. I don’t know that I got the best deal –as i have since learned it is not an actual “Kay” but a korean-made guitar from the 80’s or 90’s. However, for the money, it is a GREAT sounding guitar! Really nice ring and clarity–especially in the mid-range, with great resonance. And, this is with the old strings still on it…can’t wait to put on a medium gauge set and hear it pop.
Anyone know what this guitar would sell for?
I have been trying to find out what year and it’s value of my f hole hollow body electric. The numbers inside say n-6 l-5867. If anyone could help me Iwould sure appreciate it. This is for sale
I have a Kay steel guitar, goes across your lap. Also have a amplifier for the guitar and carrying case original bar and picks that Ihave owned over 50 years ago. Prior to my owning this guitar it belonged to another family member. It is a beautiful wood guitar.
I have a Rex Royal six string guitar… it was a high school graduation present from my Grandparents to my Dad. He graduated in about 1937… The guitar is in excellent condition, and I have the original strings that came with it… What is the current value?
Can you show me a pic of the top of the neck where the writing is (Rex )? These are guitars that I collect, thanks.
Send me a pic, I’ll tell you, what you have..Carmen
They were relatively inexpensive back in the day, today depending on condition the value varies.Send me a pic at [email protected]
Ive been looking for one of these(your can be seen on guitardemont.com) or just type in Rex royal. I’ll pay $500 bucks for it. You can email me at [email protected]. My grandfather had one that I ruined as a kid.
I see them on harmontdamon.com it’s a beuatiful guitar these were made by harmony,Kay, and Gretsch. I had one too that I ruined when I was a kid(also my grandfathers) If you want to sell it send me a picture of the headstock, I’d like to set things right and get another one.
I would like some info on a kay L1510 1160 Guitar i cant eem to find anything about this Guitar, if you can help that would be great thank you
Any suggestions on the value and age of a kay classical acoustic. KC366
So looking through my stuff I stumbled up an old Kay acoustic i traded a broken computer for in college. I have been trying to get a model name and date, but looking into it finding this info out on Kay’s is a challenge. Found a few similar on ebay, but my pickguard and headstock logo don’t match what I have seen.
Thought I would put it out to this fine community to see if anyone knew anything.
Some fun cheap building techniques the luthiers on here might enjoy:
Pickguard is directly SCREWED into the top
Bridge seems to have been traditionally glued, but looking inside it was also BOLTED in from the bridge to the body (bolt and nuts still on surprisingly)
Only age clue is that the tuners are open back 3 on a sheet Kluson’s (Says "Kluson MFG Chicago Ill.")
Number Stamped inside: L (space) 7099
Thanks all!!!
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So looking through my stuff I stumbled up an old Kay acoustic i traded a broken computer for in college. I have been trying to get a model name and date, but looking into it finding this info out on Kay’s is a challenge. Found a few similar on ebay, but my pickguard and headstock logo don’t match what I have seen.
Thought I would put it out to this fine community to see if anyone knew anything.
Some fun cheap building techniques the luthiers on here might enjoy:
Pickguard is directly SCREWED into the top
Bridge seems to have been traditionally glued, but looking inside it was also BOLTED in from the bridge to the body (bolt and nuts still on surprisingly)
Only age clue is that the tuners are open back 3 on a sheet Kluson’s (Says "Kluson MFG Chicago Ill.")
Number Stamped inside: L (space) 7099
Thanks all!!!
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This popular thread has been given its own page : Kay acoustic guitar model no. k300. MOP inlays, unique wood. Loo
This guitar was found at an auction by my grandmother and was given to my mother. I have been enlisted to find information about it but haven’t had much luck so far. We didn’t even know the brand name until I started my search. The logo is a gold circle with a k inside of it which I have identified as being a Kay. It has a flat top, 6 strings, mother of pearl inlays, and the wood on the back of the guitar almost looks like what is called zebra wood (green and orange striping). Also, it has a floral pattern on what looks like black plastic on both sides of the opening on front. Sorry I don’t know the names of the parts. 🙂 Inside the hole is a small white tag that says model no. k 300. All my research so far on this model # says its an electric but it clearly is not! I have pictures, if anyone can help.
I have the exact 60’s instrument you’re searching for.
Exactly as you described it. Like was magic reading what you were searching for.
I just got a Kay guitar and it has a P3 on the inside of it thats all its got do anyone know how much its worth?
I have Kay archtop electric, numbers on pot are n-2 and L-7467. Has logo on head stock, white pick guard with logo, single pick-up.Near mint condition. Purchased new in 1970?.Came with Solid State amp, 21 watts, GA 77 T.
I would like to know date and approx. value of both
This should be a 1964. I have the Truetone (made by Kay) L7496. Kay made the same guitar for different retailers. Sears was called Silvertone, Western Auto sold the Truetone. They were also called Old Craftsman, Penncrest
Have you looked at the numbers under the pickup? It appears this is a 1964. I have True tone arch top acoustic electric . The serial number accessible through the F hole is L7496 ,and the pickup 51864
would like to know what year it was made and how much it would be worth
My father passed away and he had a Kay acoustic. The numbers inside are K 6150 5756. Can anyone help me? Thank you.
Hi, I realize your post was three years ago and its farfetched that you’ll get this, but just in case. I have found an old guitar in a dumpster with the exact same serial numbers on the inside, I was just wondering if you’d found any more information about it. Thanks!
This popular thread has been given its own page : Kay K570 acoustic
I have an acoustic Kay K570, and I was curious to see if anyone would have any information on it. Company info, year of the model, how many were made, worth, etc.
It is in ,for the most part, perfect condition.
Has Black pick guard on Both sides of the sound hole with painting of flowers and vines.
Pick guards have phillips screws[from what i understand the phillips screws might indicate that it was Post 1952(ish)]
Has Mahogany(?) back with engraving of flowers and vines.
Has a Gold Sticker with K(in black)on the head of the guitar(didnt know if this would indicate a special series)
Has the Model number K570 inside the guitar with the serial number 300326 inside the body.
Under the Model and Serial number is the word "second"
But it doesnt have any info as to where it was made(from what i understand if it was a Korean model(after the company sold) it might indicate that as well inside where the Model and Serial Numbers would be..
I have been searching all over the internet and I can only seem to find tiny bits of info here and there. I cant even find any pics of what other K570s might look like.
The Kay website was not very helpful as it doesnt even say that this model number(K570)exists(?!?!?)
Any information on the guitar would be wonderful.
Thanks so much.
I have this same guitar. It was purchased for me from a pawn shop around 1978-1979, for $100.00. It is exactly as everyone is describing it. (Dual pick guards, with flowers and vines, engraved vines around the back, etc.). Inside the hole, is a sticker..Model No. ‘K570’, Serial number 300376. I looked further, up toward the neck area, and came up with ‘1976 3 15’, which I believe suggests it was made March 15, 1976. My bridge is cracked, and was thinking about replacing it, versus getting a new guitar, because everyone I have spoken to indicates that it is a worthless guitar, however pretty. Now that I have read these comments, I think I will spend the money to get the bridge replaced! Thanks! Kari
I have a K 570 made in italy.Could you tell me how old it is ? it has 22 frets steel strung with black scratch plate. I also have a electric guitar,I think it could be a child’s guitar.Its black red and brown.It has one pick up…
I just got a K 250 passed down to me with the serial number 280976, Its in perfect shape. Any idea what its worth. Shoot me an email if you could. [email protected]
thanks
Looking for info on K-520 hummingbird design acoustic circ 1979 approx
hi I have one to sale new perfect condition K520-12 12string
I just put a video review up of mine on
I have one too, it’s in good shape, but you can tell it’s old. I can NOT find anything about it, I’m thinking about taking it to a pawn shop to find something out. Let me know if you find something out. Thanks.
(flame maple back and sides, 9 dot rosewood fingerboard, no head stock markings, Where does N1 come from, Silvertone,Kay,ect… early 50’s?
(flame maple back and sides, 9 dot rosewood fingerboard, no head stock markings, Where does N1 come from, Silvertone,Kay,ect… early 50’s?
Hi,
I have a Kay Bass very similar to this: http://www.bass-guitar-museum.com/bass-16429-KAY-ELECTRIC-BASS-GUITAR-natural-wood-finish
The only difference is the colour – mine is blue. Does anyone know what the model number is?
How old and rare is this guitar
: How old and rare is this guitar
If you find out, I have the same guitar, very unusual, single cutaway, jumbo, bell shaped soundhole, flat top acoustic. I can date this one to 1957 or 1958. Have a picture of the previous owner and his son taken in 1959 with Dad playing the guitar. Son says, Dad got it thru the speigel catalog in either ’57 or ’58. It is in great condition and still very playable. I am trying to establish a value on this.
This is a small electric guitar that is of strat style with one pickupand volume and tone . Any info is cool ….Tom
Would like to know a little bit about it and what its worth.
This popular thread has been given its own page : kay acoustic guitar K6102 5242 M7
In response to your post. Go to http://www.kayguitar.com There you will find catalogues of Kay guitars according to the year the guitar was made. I too have a K6102 N-3. It is listed in the 1967-1968 Catalogue. There is a picture too, so you know for sure. It is called the Kay Country II Model Flat Top Guitar. It sold for $79.95 back then. Check it out to see if this is your guitar.I can’t believe I finally found some info on this guitar I bought in the late sixties!……..Jan
In response to your post: Also try http://www.kayvintagereissue.com It is the 1968 catologue in which there is a pic and short write-up of your K6102 5242.
: Would like to know value of?
: : Would like to know value of?
I have a K6102 5242 N-3 and would also like to know it’s value. I bought it when I was just a kid somewhere around 1966 – 1969.
Would like to know value of?
My dad has a Kay guitar with the letters K6102 3643 P7 printed inside.
this is a flat top hollow body. that is about all I know about the guitar.
if you have any information about the age or value of this guitar I would
really appreciate your help.
Thanks
Purchased at yard sale and can’t find anything like it online. Has a double pickguard.
Hello – I see this is an old post but wondering if you ever found out anything about it. I bought one exactly like yours – Kay model KDG 70S – also with the double pickguard. Not sure but I know back in the day a lot of company’s denoted special order with the leter “S”. That’s about the only thing that makes sense as I’ve researched this model and also can’t find anything else about it. Happy to find this so that I know someone didn’t hand stamp the S on there and it was a true production guitar. If you’ve ever found anything else about it, I’d appreciate a heads up on it – my email is [email protected]. Thanks – Max
I have a kdg 70 and i cant find any info on it
I think everyone should Boycott this company. The owner is, in my opinion, possibly the worst human being alive.
I have remnants of an auditorium size Kraftsman back appears to have had a resonator or speaker??? anyone familiar…Thanks Scott
Is there a N-15 model Kay archtop?
Yes I just bought one, N-15, p-3
My Father-in-Law has a Kay 12 string guitar that has Steel Reinenforced Neck made in Korea stamped on the back of the neck. I would like some information about this guitar and am not sure how to go about getting it. The guitar belonged to his mother and was believed to be purchased in the mid-late 60’s somewhere in Chicago. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.
My cousin bought a K3599 for 20 bucks. It appears the neck is pulling towards the top, causing high action. He has steel strings on it but it seems to have classical bracing. My question is, could this be a nylon string guitar? We’d appreciate any info you can give us on this guitar.
: My cousin bought a K3599 for 20 bucks. It appears the neck is pulling towards the top, causing high action. He has steel strings on it but it seems to have classical bracing. My question is, could this be a nylon string guitar? We’d appreciate any info you can give us on this guitar.
Rply: Yes, they are classical guitars meant for nylon strings. You may want to refurbish it a bit too ^_^
I have a guitar I got prlly around 1990, but I’m not sure on the year. It says Kay starter series, model number K-72. It’s in mint condition. How much can I expect to get from it? Also anyone know the year?
kay guitar k42 model 8449
: kay guitar k42 model 8449 need info on it
This guitar belonged to my husband’s grandfather. He carried it around, playing for the troops during WWII. I am hoping that someone could tell me, please, how much the guitar is worth. It’s in pretty good shape as old as it is; the only thing that isn’t original, to my knowledge, is the strings and the bridge. His grandfather hand-carved a new one for it years ago. We’re not really looking to sell it as the memories it holds are priceless, but are wondering just how much it may be worth. Thanks for any help you can provide!
I bought one on E-bay last year for $300
Any info on a Kay K-590 guitar. I have one in mint condition, any idea of value?
Thanks,
ted
How much would a Kay 100th Anniversary Model K5100 E be worth. It is #3004 out of 5000 that were made. I’d like to sell or donate to a music store – just trying to make a decision ASAP!
I have a Custom Kraft Black Les Paul copy,(exact), stock# 2244, Ser# 520. I have had it and playing it hard since 93 and have been looking for info since then also. I cannot find anything on this guitar other than the usual about kay, valco, and other model Custom Krafts. This ia an excellent guitar and would like to know dates, rarity etc. anything about this particular model. I can send pics if needed. Thanks for your time, Gary
I have a Kay electric that was once played by the great jazz/blues guitarist Lonnie Johnson. This guitar is in fair to good condition. I probably would be interested in selling it in the future reasonably. Ph. 1-614-270-0171.
I just aquired a older Kay guitar. It ls a flat top jumbo with a lite sunburst colour. The only markings on it [other than the Kay emblem] is an "N1" stamped on the inside and a "steel reinforced neck" on the back of the head.
Any info would be appreciated.
I could e-mail pics if needed.
need info on model kdg 5o
Hi. I have a very old Kay that my brother bought when he was in Nam, for me. The number inside is L8919. Does anyone know anything about it? It came in a black, aligator skin looking, blue felt lined, case.
Thanks for your help.
age and value of a kay guitar k30 5830
Looking for info on this Kay guitar. Natural finish,spruce top. Raised metal "Kay" at the top of the head,a bell shaped plastic truss rod cover with a music stand on it. 18 fret neck,good shape
I’ll take any help in dating this guitar.. Thanks
: Looking for info on this Kay guitar. Natural finish,spruce top. Raised metal "Kay" at the top of the head,a bell shaped plastic truss rod cover with a music stand on it. 18 fret neck,good shape
: I’ll take any help in dating this guitar.. Thanks
I have made this guitar into a laptop slide…sounds good!
friend has an acquistic Kay- from grandfather, who owned an antique shop- the only numbers on it are L60676100 any help or suggestions?
thank you
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: i have a kay hummingbird dreadnaught guitar and do not know the year or anything about it it was made in china and the serial number is K553H and i think it is cherry sunburst in color i hope that u can help me thank u.
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i have a kay hummingbird dreadnaught guitar and do not know the year or anything about it it was made in indonesia and the serial number is K553H and i think it is rosewood in color i hope that u can help me thank u.
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Is it an original
I believe that you have (Kay model 553 HCS or Hummingbird) what is referred to as a “High Burst Finish” guitar. As best I can tell, the retail value of same is between $140 & $150.
would like to know appraised value excellant condition