Eve Weiss – Suzuki Guitar

A classical guitarist with more than 25 years of teaching experience. Information about Suzuki Guitar instruction starting as early as age four. Also information about 19th century guitar and the rock group Yes!

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  1. Hi, I’ve got a Suzuki Guitar SD 355, I’m looking for some information about it. Sorry for my bad english. I’m from Italy. I’d like to know something about its value and what do you thing about the quality of this guitar’s sound. Thank you so much. Bye!!!

  2. Suzuki folk guitar
    Carolyn Hart

    I have a Suzuki No. 37 folk guitar I purchased brand-new around 1980 . . . can’t remember what I paid for it . . . hardly used it . . . wondering what I should expect to sell it for. Thanks in advance for your help.

    1. Suzuki Guitar # 38
      Dave

      : I also have just been given a Suzuki No. 38 folk guitar and was also wondering what I should expect to sell it for. Thanks in advance for your help.

    1. Re: Kiso Suzuki guitar model WR 150 ser#00918
      Suzukifan

      The first two numbers of the serial number 00 possibly means that the guitar was made in 1970.
      I think that you should never sell or trade your guitar.

    2. Re: Kiso Suzuki guitar model WR 150 ser#00918
      TexTexter

      On the head is the name CF SUZUKI & Co. Est. 1951

      I have the same guitar serial number 00917. How much coincidence is that? I’ll never sell mine either.

          1. Suzuki WR-150 serial#00947
            Anonymous

            Just traded a Gibson Hummingbird Reproduction for a Suzuki WR-150 serial#00947 yesterday and i love this new guitar . I did a few minor repairs like truss ross adjustment and new strings, plus i filled down the bridge a little bit and BOOM a beauty was born again!!

            Keeping IT

    3. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... ken bauer
      ken bauer

      I got this guitar about two years ago from a friend, I write country, and he said it would help me write, it does. I would like to know more about the guitar, because I have someone trying to buy it off me.
      Inside the sound hole it says Kiso Suzuki Violin Co. LTD. This is in a circle with what looks like wheate stems on both sides, and in the middle at the top is a very special S, which is in another design. All this means nothing to me. On the head is the name CF SUZUKI & Co. Est. 1951 .. This is all writen in gold lettering. The guitar sound better then any I have ever played. A musician friend offered to trade me a Martin for it, he said it played better then it, and paid alot of money for the Martin. Can anyone give me any info. What to do ????

      1. Suzuki W150 S/No 00393
        Anonymous

        just acquired this guitar is currently missing a bridge I am making some enquiries to try and locate original bridge, it seems to be worth the effort to restore even if I have to make or purchase a replacement bridge. Since it seems to be a Martin copy perhaps I could start there.

        R.

  3. Suzuki NO.12 VIOLINE CO.LTD Nagoya Japan
    Yvonne Engbraaten

    I have a Suzuki guitar that I would like to know about. Suzuki NO.12 VIOLINE CO.LTD Nagoya Japan ESTABLICHED 1887 is the only thing that is printed inside it. No other numbers, nothing. I was wondering if is it had any value.

    1. Re: Suzuki NO.12 VIOLINE CO.LTD Nagoya Japan
      Camille Deschênes

      : I have a Suzuki guitar that I would like to know about. Suzuki NO.12 VIOLINE CO.LTD Nagoya Japan ESTABLICHED 1887 is the only thing that is printed inside it. No other numbers, nothing. I was wondering if is it had any value.

      I have exactly the same quitar for my mom… A friend of mine will restor it…<
      Suzuki No.12 violin co. LTD Nagoya Japan
      I’d like to known information about that quitar
      It is a very old quitar….

      1. Suzuki Nagoya NO 12
        Anonymous

        I have one of these, from what I have gathered it dates from around 1968. As for value we all know that Suzuki guitars although giant killers are well under valued, so I would say if you like it keep it ! these guitars will show there true value in the future…

  4. SUZUKI VIOLIN COMPANY GUITAR
    Marion Rees

    Hi we have recently inherited a beautiful 6 string acoustic guitar. The label indicates that it was made by the Suzuki Violin Company in Japan. It has 2 numbers: RM10169 and 1665. Does anybody have any idea of its value for insurance purposes?

    1. Your suzuki acoustic.
      Anonymous

      I have 1663 .It’s in bad state surface wise but sounds nice and plays very well.Wouldn’t expect to get more than £30-£35 for it in uk .sorry.

  5. my j.s. Watson-any info?
    Gary Emmins

    I own a J.watson & co- semi acoustic that I have owned,played, loved & recorded with since the early/mid 80’s
    : I have never seen another modle like it so can anyone give me some history details & perhaps rough value?
    : It is a ‘copy’ in shape & style to the Gibson Es-335 TD with two pick ups& mine is an all Black finish. I cant find a serial number on it but it does have a made in Japan sticker on the back of the head.
    : As I said , I would really appreciate any information on this great guitar

  6. old morris acoustic
    yvonne

    recently bought a sad old morris (1972) acoustic f-15 at a street bazaar in Tanzania. Beautiful sound. Anybody know anything about this guitar? She need lots of TlC but appears to have a voice worth saving.
    yvonne (rob the man will be doing all the work)

  7. Three S AE20
    Gary

    I have a Suzuki Three S AE20 and would appreciate any info about this guitar; year of manufacture, value etc? I acquired it in the early 80’s as a family hand-me-down. (And it still plays beautifully.)

  8. Suzuki # 10 Classical
    DStone

    Hi
    I was checking out guitars at the pawn shop today and I saw this beautiful shaped guitar with the most deep rich colored wood top, and when I looked inside the back was made of a real dark wood like mahogany. There was a piece missing from the machine heads and the strings were broken, and I guess that’s why they were selling it for 35 bucks. Anyway I went to the music store and got a new set of machine heads and some strings for it and when I put it all back together it sounded brilliant. It makes my other classical guitar sound very lame indeed. The Suzuki has a powerful clear tone and I’m stoked.

    The label inside is square with a light green pattern on it, and the words Suzuki, Model number 10. Japan

    I went to the Suzuki website and it seems they make most of their classical guitars with a mahogany back and a spruce top.

    It’s seriously one good looking and great sounding guitar that I will treasure for life.

    I’ve been checking out guitars new and old all over the place for months and this one has the best wood I’ve seen yet, and the nicest shape.

    1. Re: what is it worth
      kate

      I know this post is several years old, but I actually have the same question as you did, and was wondering if you have any advice or ideas on where to find out information? Thanks!

  9. Suzuki classical No. 18
    Jim

    I have a No. 18 that needs a good home. I can’t find any info about it. Can anybody help? Some kind of a trade might be possible-like for a good flat-top.

    I think I got this guitar in the early 70’s. I never used it much but it has some finish problems from years in storage. Help

  10. C.F.SUZUKI DREADNAUGHT W-350 JO335
    RICK

    CAN SOMEONE HELP ME WITH SOME HISTORY AND PRICING ON THIS GUITAR THAT I HAVE OWNED AND PLAYED FOR 25YRS, THIS IS THE FIRST PLACE I HAVE FOUND ANY MENTION OF MY BEST FRIEND AFTER MANY YEARS OF SEARCHING. PATIENTLY WAITING FOR A REPLY….CHEERS PEOPLES.

    1. Re: C.F.SUZUKI DREADNAUGHT W-350 JO335
      Bobi Laston

      : CAN SOMEONE HELP ME WITH SOME HISTORY AND PRICING ON THIS GUITAR THAT I HAVE OWNED AND PLAYED FOR 25YRS, THIS IS THE FIRST PLACE I HAVE FOUND ANY MENTION OF MY BEST FRIEND AFTER MANY YEARS OF SEARCHING. PATIENTLY WAITING FOR A REPLY….CHEERS PEOPLES.
      I bought my WH-350 #10993 in 1984 @ Eddies Music in Berkeley Ca. for $200 w/ soft case. Haven’t played in in several years, it lives in Vermont now.

  11. need info on my suzuki violin company No. 12
    cody smith

    this guitar was my great grandfather’s first guitar so its extremely old. i’m excited about my grand dad handing it down, i just wanted to know some info on it, maybe even what its worth

    1. Re: need info on my suzuki violin company No. 12
      Kim

      : this guitar was my great grandfather’s first guitar so its extremely old. i’m excited about my grand dad handing it down, i just wanted to know some info on it, maybe even what its worth

      I have aquired on myself No.12 – Just trying to get some informtion about it.

    1. Re: Suzuki F120 12 String?
      Mike Paul

      : Hello. I bought mine in San Francisco in 1970 but don’t play it much because it sounds kinda "thin" and "tinny". Anybody think this could be because my strings are light gauge? There are many things about this guitar I just love. Appreciate your responses.

      : Craig.

      Hey Craig,

      I’ve got a Suzuki F120 12 string. Bought it 5-6 years ago from a pawn shop. Love it. Paid about $150 for it. It has surprised more people than any other guitar I own. They pick it up and sniff, "Oh, it’s a Suzuki," like its going to bite them. Then they play it and poof, they fall in love. I’ve had people offer me $500 for it after one playing. I’ve been looking all over the net for some info on F120’s but have found very little. It would be nice to know when they were manufactured. Is see your post was from three years ago. I hope you kept your F120.

      Mike

      1. Re: Suzuki F120 12 String?
        Steve

        I learned on a Suzuki Cutaway Classical. It sounds as good as any I ever played if not better. I have been collecting Vintage Suzuki guitars now for several years. If it is a Nagoya Suzuki, it is a safe bet. Kiso Suzuki’s are probably very similar in quality but that is not what I started collecting. I love these old suzuki’s. You will pay thousands for similar sound and playability. Cherish the ones you can get your hands on.

        : : Hello. I bought mine in San Francisco in 1970 but don’t play it much because it sounds kinda "thin" and "tinny". Anybody think this could be because my strings are light gauge? There are many things about this guitar I just love. Appreciate your responses.

        : : Craig.

        : Hey Craig,

        : I’ve got a Suzuki F120 12 string. Bought it 5-6 years ago from a pawn shop. Love it. Paid about $150 for it. It has surprised more people than any other guitar I own. They pick it up and sniff, "Oh, it’s a Suzuki," like its going to bite them. Then they play it and poof, they fall in love. I’ve had people offer me $500 for it after one playing. I’ve been looking all over the net for some info on F120’s but have found very little. It would be nice to know when they were manufactured. Is see your post was from three years ago. I hope you kept your F120.

        : Mike

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Craig
      Craig

      Hello. I bought mine in San Francisco in 1970 but don’t play it much because it sounds kinda "thin" and "tinny". Anybody think this could be because my strings are light gauge? There are many things about this guitar I just love. Appreciate your responses.

      Craig.

      1. just got one
        sawdust

        i bought a suzuki f-250 12 about a year ago and woulndt trade it for a new car! just picked up an f-120 12 today, needs strings and a nice waxing but if it sounds half as good as the 250 it was worth it. got it at a flea market for $100.00

      2. Re: Suzuki F120 12 String?
        jlauro

        I don’t know if this is still active, but I just found this blog… I own a Suzuki Three’s F120 12-string which I bought new in 1983 (I think). I have had similar experiences with friends who play as well – they pick it up, start playing, and don’t want to put it down. My model has a pickup inside, but I think the last time I plugged in was in the 80’s (major feedback issues, plus it sounds better all by itself).

        I love this guitar and just recently polished it with some Music Nomad cleaning and polishing products, changed the strings, and oiled the fret bar. It looks and sounds as new as the day I bought it. I couldn’t be more pleased (now “I” can’t seem to want to put it down).

        I don’t know much about the history of this fine instrument, but I know it is a pleasure to use and enjoy each time I pick it up.

        P.S. – I even still have the original plastic coating on the pickup guard (why remove it, right!)

  12. suzuki guitar model 9507
    maurizio

    I have this guitar model 9507 with red colr with yellow have a butterfly with hummgbird and flower also have a #31285 can any one help me with this guitar what year was made thanks for tha information

  13. guitar kiso suzuki model #9507
    maurizio hernz

    hi! i have a guitar kiso suzuki model # 9507 I like to know more information about this guitar can any one tell me on what year this guitar was made this guitar have a red with yellow colors whit a butter fly and a honnybird with flowers thanks
    for yours infoamtion please email me

  14. suzuki violin p15 guitar
    victor

    hi has any one know how many of these guitar’s where made or if they are collectable
    i bought one and this is about 36 year’s old nice sounding guitar

  15. Susuki K3
    Lothar Laux

    Hello!
    Does anyone know something about my Susuki K3.It looks like a small Parlour-guitar.The label shows Susuki violine company modell K3.I bought it in the german ebay.First I d like to buy an old Framus-guitar.While searching I found the Suzuki….

    Greeting from Germany

    Lothar

    1. Re: Suzuki No. 9 guitar
      Larry Perks

      : I have a Suzuki No. 9 guitar that I bought in the early 70s and never use anymore. Anyone have any idea what it might sell for?

      : Thanks much. 🙂
      Sept 11-07
      I just picked one up at an auction. Don’t know the 1st thing about it. Did you ever get any feedback on your posted message. If so could you drop me a note with any info you might have on it.
      Thanks,
      Larry

    2. Re: Suzuki No. 9 guitar
      Daniel

      Did you ever find out what your suzuki no.9 was worth? If so, could you share the info. thanks

      : I have a Suzuki No. 9 guitar that I bought in the early 70s and never use anymore. Anyone have any idea what it might sell for?

      : Thanks much. 🙂

      1. Re: Suzuki No. 9 guitar
        Greg

        Hi. I’m not sure but did u find out? I have one too.
        :
        : : I have a Suzuki No. 9 guitar that I bought in the early 70s and never use anymore. Anyone have any idea what it might sell for?

        : : Thanks much. 🙂

        1. Re: Suzuki No. 9 guitar
          Jeff

          Hi
          I managed to get a No 9 but it is missing the bridge parts. Would you be able to email me a photo (close ups would be great) of the bridge so that I can try to get matching or similar parts to complete my guitar.
          Thanks.

    3. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Katie
      Katie

      I have a Suzuki No. 9 guitar that I bought in the early 70s and never use anymore. Anyone have any idea what it might sell for?

      Thanks much. 🙂

    1. Re: Suzuki Supersounds Brazen picker profesional (L/h,Strat copy
      Simo

      Hello from Finland. My school mate from the late 70’s give me his Suzuki Super Sounds Brazen Picker to be refretted and electrics serviced. It’s a really rare also here in Finland. This one is purchased in the 70’s I guess. It’s a really good quality excluding the hardware which is quite poor stuff. The neck is a real beauty, flamed maple and a very accurate Fender strat shape. Body is good quality and lets say… honey burst. Btw, I saw yesterday an other one also here in Finland with a neck of birds eye maple, more traditional sunburst body and "the blaster preamp-booster (9v) which is in place of the jackplate" (this is copy-pasted from the Harmony Central). I think this was "only a cheap copy" in it’s ages but it’ll be collectable Japanese lawsuit-like some day. I dont know where or when it is manufactured but I try to find more info. Cheers, Simo

      1. Re: Suzuki Supersounds Brazen picker profesional (L/h,Strat copy)
        Tony

        G’day from oz. I bought one of these last weekend for A$50 including a hard case at a garage sale down the road.
        I’ve died and ended up in heaven.
        It’s been modified with 2 original fender pickups and a top of the range Humbucker. Also a 5 way switch to go with the 2 tones and 1 volume.
        Colour Black.
        It’s had a good life but is still roaring away despite some rust on the 2 fender pickups.
        Sounds awesome.
        There you go.
        T.

      2. Re: Suzuki Supersounds Brazen picker profesional (L/h,Strat copy
        erick

        when i was 18 in 1979 i had got a white suzuki strat copy super sound i ve got some pictures of it , it was my first guitar ,in 1979 i paid 800f ( 125 euro ) it was a very good strat it was manufactured in japan
        if you know somebody who sale a suzuki like that
        tell me , i want this guitar ( only vintage and 1975 1980 )
        thank
        sorry for my english i m french

        1. Re: Suzuki Supersounds Brazen picker profesional (L/h,Strat copy
          sikamika

          I have one Suzuki Super Sounds Brazen Picker Professional for sale. It is mid seventies Natural colour. All original, but has now Abigail Ybarra’s hand wound pickups! And a switch to alter pickup polarity. I have the original pickups, but they are like shit. If you are interested, please contact. Greetings, Mika

          1. Re: Suzuki Supersounds Brazen picker profesional (L/h,Strat copy
            sonia

            I have the same guitar, but unfortunatelly I changed the pickups too. I want to put the original ones back, but I did not take note of the color code. Which goes where? bridge, neck
            One has a red wire, other a black wire and another a blue one. Any idea? Thanks a lot

            : I have one Suzuki Super Sounds Brazen Picker Professional for sale. It is mid seventies Natural colour. All original, but has now Abigail Ybarra’s hand wound pickups! And a switch to alter pickup polarity. I have the original pickups, but they are like shit. If you are interested, please contact. Greetings, Mika

            1. Re: Suzuki Supersounds Brazen picker profesional (L/h,Strat copy)
              Andrew Shields

              Hello There,

              I bought a "Suzuki Super Sounds Brazen Picker Proffessional" Strat copy in early 1981, out of the Trading Post for about $150. It is an excellent sounding guitar all round, and is nice and warm to hear and hold. The only problem is I managed to lose track of the original Whammy arm.

              Does anyone know of where, and what size I might be able to get to get a new Whammy, I believe it could be a size 6mm screw?

              Thanks Guys and Gals

          1. Re: Suzuki Supersounds Brazen picker profesional (L/h,Strat copy)
            kiki

            it’s a very good guitar.I put one seymour ducan speaker on but the original speakers are more power .
            I love it.

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Shane
      Shane

      Hello from Ozztralia,I’m looking for any info on this guitar i bought in a hock shop for $60 U.S.It’s the best strat i have ever played or as good as my brothers pre L.I purchased it because i had a Suzuki aucoustic in 1975. It was a copy of a d3 Martin,and was a wonderfull guitar(until it was crushed by a couple of wrestling friends)I’ve had it set up right handed and put in a 5 position switch(originaly 3)Any info would be appreciated as i can’t find anything.Cheers and G’day from Downunder.Shane.

      1. suzuki super sounds brazen picker professional
        Don2556

        I bought a pristine example for A$800 in 2002 and by the sounds of it got ripped off! Such is life.
        I was hoping to sell it for say $500 but obviously if you can get one for less than $100 I might as well keep it.
        It is a great looking guitar and totally original in natural colour.

  16. Kiso Suzuki #9651
    Martin Emerson

    Purchased this guitar approx 15 years ago. It’s been played a lot coz I love it. Trouble is I know nothing about it. Would anyone be able to shed some light on its approximate age and estimated value?

    1. Re: Kiso Suzuki #9651
      Mick

      I have acquired a 9651 as a birthday gift from my sister in law. She bought it new in Germany in 1975. I’m trying to find out more about it, but that answers the date of manufacture question. It’s a great instrument.

  17. Anybody know anything
    Andy

    So, I’ve got a Suzuki Violin Company acoustic guitar passed down to me, and I’ve been told it’s worth quite a bit. Nobody knows any stories with it, but it’s in superb condition, and the ID number on the inside of the body is 9, I’m just wondering if anyone has any clue about these guitars. Thanks!

  18. Suzuki F70
    Denise

    A number of years ago I bought a Suzuki F70 model #700321 at a second hand music shop. I am looking for info on it regarding price, quality, etc. Please help!

    1. it`s been a while since you
      ron

      it`s been a while since you posted but do you have a pic of the f-70, Ihave one and would like to compare as mine has a 3 digit sin

  19. Kiso Suzuki Violin Co.
    Kathy Papp

    Would like information on a 6 string Regent guitar made by Kiso Suzuki Violin Co. with a 3 digit # on the inside last 2 #’s 50. Sure would appreciate any info. Thanks

    1. Re: Kiso Suzuki Violin Co.
      louise

      : Would like information on a 12 string grand suzuki guitar made by Kiso Suzuki Violin Co. model wt100. Sure would appreciate any info. Thanks

    2. Re: Takeharu FT100
      Koryna

      : Would like information on a 6 string guitar made by Kiso Suzuki Violin Co. with a year of 1977 on the inside. Sure would appreciate any info. Thanks

    1. Re: Takeharu WK-65 D
      Wayne Tuckwell

      : The guitar I have is perfect for me, so I’m not willing to sell. I would just like to know more about it and the company that manufactured it. It is a lovely mohgony wood, with a light oak vanire front..the D details the Dove pick protector on the front. It also has large mother-of-pearl inlays along the entire lenth of the neck. It is a sm acoustic…but then again I’m very petite. It also has its original ivory bridges. Which someone tried to tell me needed to be replaced NOT!…I received this guitar as a gift for graduating high school…many moons ago. I use medium steel and brass strings which really gives it that classical acoustic sound. I recently played a duet with a man who had a very heavy, combersome and expensive Fender (It sounded aweful!!!)…He bartered for half an hour to buy it off me. Obviously I didn’t sell but it made me wonder about the worth. It seems everyone I know is trying to get one or pay a high price for mine. (Still not selling)….let me know if you have any resources for me and the year it was made could help…..Thanks

      Hello Barbara,
      I believe I have the same guitar as yourself and it is a 1976 vintage! Great sound.
      Cheers
      Wayne

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Barbara
      Barbara

      The guitar I have is perfect for me, so I’m not willing to sell. I would just like to know more about it and the company that manufactured it. It is a lovely mohgony wood, with a light oak vanire front..the D details the Dove pick protector on the front. It also has large mother-of-pearl inlays along the entire lenth of the neck. It is a sm acoustic…but then again I’m very petite. It also has its original ivory bridges. Which someone tried to tell me needed to be replaced NOT!…I received this guitar as a gift for graduating high school…many moons ago. I use medium steel and brass strings which really gives it that classical acoustic sound. I recently played a duet with a man who had a very heavy, combersome and expensive Fender (It sounded aweful!!!)…He bartered for half an hour to buy it off me. Obviously I didn’t sell but it made me wonder about the worth. It seems everyone I know is trying to get one or pay a high price for mine. (Still not selling)….let me know if you have any resources for me and the year it was made could help…..Thanks

      1. Takeharu WK-65D
        Warwick Sadler in Aus

        I have the same model WK-65D, I know very little about the guitars value other than what im ready here. Im assuming that there were manufactured prior to the big law suits from Gibson and Fender. Obviously the guitar is a direct ripoff of the Gibson dove with the Mother of pearl Trapezoid inlays and dove like pattern on the scatch guard but where else can I find info on the guitar that may lead to more vital information about its value. Im not selling, just want to know what i should insure it for ?

        Thank guys

      2. tekaharu wk 65 bk
        Ian Bulpit

        Hello I am trying to learn more about a guitar I was given for father’s day from my step sons they picked it up in a second hand store for $70 Canadian it had a small crack in the nut so I had it replaced by a local luthier who is well known he tried like hell to buy it from me and said it was rare and that it was a copy of a Gibson hummingbird I refuse to sell it because of sentimental value and the sound is amazing. I would like to learn more about the guitar and a possible value as I am looking for information on the value so I can register it with my home insurance, any info you could provide would be greatly appreciated as this is the only site that I have found with any related information.

  20. Kiso suzuki Model G300
    George Mercado

    I need help in order to know how much is the value of this guitar model in US dollars. Any help will be appreciated. The guitar is in very good condition.

    1. Re: Want to know how a silvertone guitar electric worth
      Mélanie Duguay

      : It’s a electric guitar Silvertone from Simpsons Sears Limited Made in Japan with a model number 26932…I want to know how she worth it if she worth something…My boyfriend have it since 1979….Please if it possible give me a help with that….Thanks you so much

      1. Re: Want to know how a silvertone guitar electric worth
        Erin

        i have an acoustic silvertone guitar it looks like its from the 50’s or early 60’s but im not sure the serial number on it is 458621 or the 5 is an h im not sure

      2. How much is it worth?
        (Mr.) Gale V. Hamilton

        I have a silvertone electric quitar model 1435. I bought it roughly in 1971. I would like to know how much it’s worth,if possible.
        Thank you,
        Gale Hamilton

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Mélanie Duguay
      Mélanie Duguay

      It’s a guitar Silvertone from Simpsons Sears Limited Made in Japan with a model number 26932…I want to know how she worth it if she worth something…My boyfriend have it since 1979….Please if it possible give me a help with that….Thanks you so much

  21. Suzuki Nagoya SD382E
    Christopher Handbury

    i have owned this semi-qacoustic for 5 years, it is spotless and has avery rich sound. i don’t like the gold hardware that suzuki usd but each to there own. i don’t playt so much now and was looking for some advice on what price to sell her for?
    any ideas?
    thanks

      1. Re: Kiso Suzuki WT150 12 String Guitar
        Chris

        Like Joe Red, I have a wt-150 12 string that I bought in 1979 in Vicenza, Italy. THe headstock says Grand-Suzuki and the label inside also says Grand-Suzuki, but in smaller print below, on the same label, says Kiso Suzuki. This guitar has been around the world with me…….and how it has ended up in my studio, still playing great after all these years, I’ll never know.
        Any info would be greatly appreciated.
        Thanks,

        Chris

    1. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... joe red
      joe red

      I just picked up a Kiso Suzuki WT150 and checked out some past posts here but would like to know anything about it. Do these guitars have any reputation or history or appeal or future? Seems really well made and is in great shape. Anyone know about the model or where to get info?

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  22. I have a jumbo body guitar with washburn inlaid in the tuning area. It also has a washburn label inside with the model W400 printed on it. I’ve contacted washburn and they say they don’t have records going back to 1971 when I purchased it.
    Does anybody know anything about this model?

    1. Re: washburn
      harold Burge

      : I have a jumbo body guitar with washburn inlaid in the tuning area. It also has a washburn label inside with the model W400 printed on it. I’ve contacted washburn and they say they don’t have records going back to 1971 when I purchased it.
      : Does anybody know anything about this model?

      i the same guitar and was wondering if you found anything out about it.

    1. Re: Suzuki Dove 1970's
      Mustowoc

      Great guitar. With regards to me Guitar Bible the guitar has a valua of about > U$ 1265.
      They are very worth full so keep in mind.

    2. Re: Suzuki Dove 1970's
      Terry Forsyth

      Nathan and Suzanne. Refer my post below re J Watson guitar. The following is a reply that I sent to someone who responded re my Watson query. It should give you some clues.
      Yes I found out a lot about the Watson guitar, but very little definitive information about the Watson so called “brand”. Mine was made by Suzuki Kiso in Japan in 1973 and except for a couple of very minor details is a very good copy of the Gibson Dove, as was played by Elvis Presley. I have been able to find 4 Gibson variants that Suzuki copied, the Dove and Hummingbird – identical guitars except for the pick guard (one has a dove on it, the other has a hummingbird), in black and cherry sunburst.

      Suzuki made very high quality guitar copies between about 1960 (perhaps earlier) and 1975, and typical of the Japanese copy mentality of the time they were meticulous, so for mine it is almost certain that all of the Gibson specs were followed – probably why it looks and sounds so good. During that period there was a highly publicized court case about copies of Gibson guitars, which Gibson won but Suzuki was not one of the “copiers” that was in court. I tracked a genuine 1969 Gibson Dove for sale on ebay just before Christmas and it sold for around US$9500 in the US. I also tracked another copy Dove guitar circa 1975, for sale on ebay that was branded as a Suzuki Kiso, and was identical to mine. It sold for £650 in the UK. My guitar teacher uses a couple of very expensive guitars and he says that the tone of mine is better than both of his.

      I have attached three photos – the first on the left is a genuine Gibson Hummingbird, the second is a Suzuki copy of the same Guitar made in 1975, and the third is mine. The only difference with the hummingbird is shape of the string tensioner knobs. There is an additional difference with the Dove (as was requested by Elvis I understand) which is an additional mother of pearl inlay of two small doves, one on each side of the bridge. Which one did your guitar look like?

      Regards the “brand” Watson, I was told by a Dutch guitar collector that it was named for Johnnie ‘Guitar’ Watson (as in the J Watson & Co) who was supposedly a very famous (at least in Japan) black American blues guitar player, who died of a heart attack on stage in Japan, in the mid sixties but I have not been able to verify that.

      Hope this helps.
      regards
      Terry

      1. Re: Suzuki Dove 1970's
        Piotr Wcislo

        Witam.
        Mieszkam w Polsce i właśnie kupilem piękny egzemplarz Watson Dove nr. 000701
        Przepiękny to instrument. Najlepszy acoustic jakiego miałem
        Rewelacyjny sound and image.
        Gdyby ktoÅ› miaÅ‚ wiÄ™cej informacji o tym instrumencie proszÄ™ o info na: [email protected]
        Pozdrawiam wszystkich miłośników gitary.
        Niestety angielskiego dopiero siÄ™ uczÄ™.

    3. Re: Suzuki Dove 1970's
      suzanne dehond

      Hello Nathan, I know even less about the Suzuki Dove than you. You say it’s an exact copy of a Gibson Dove, so is it all solid wood than? Can you tell me what woods are used for the front, the sides and the back? Does it have the same bracing as the Gibson Dove too? How much did you pay for yours?
      Many thanks,
      Suzanne

      1. suzuki dove
        Ric

        I have never read so much drivel. The Suzuki Dove was made of cheap 3 ply, with a shocking fretboard, and sounded like wet cardboard. The only way one of these could be considered good, would be if you owned one, you couldn’t play guitar, and smoked a lot of dope. Oh, also I saw Johnny Guitar Watson performing in 1995, he seemed to be very alive at the time.

    4. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Nathan
      Nathan

      Hello, Is there any1 out there who knows anything about this beautiful guitar of mine??? Value etc…. Its an exact replica of the Gibson model. But has an adjustible bridge. Beautiful sunburst colour and best tone ever. im sure sum1 must know bout it. Please any info at all would help. 🙂 Thanks

      1. Sukuki Kiso Violin W-65D, model: 00001 - help!
        Anonymous

        hello,

        i stumbled across this forum and am trying to find some – any info! on the acoustic i just bought on ebay.

        it is a Sukuki Kiso Violin W-65D model: 00001.

        it is a very interesting one! i havent seen ANY exactly like this on the net. from what ive picked out, it appears to feauture most of the same materials and most of the same components as the other dove copies, but mine does not have the 2 dove inlays on either side of the bridge. double or triple binding around the body i believe. the pickguard is in excellent condition, 95% all there id say, only some of the brown background has faded in small parts. the headstock only reads ‘suzuki & co. est 1951’. and the bridge appears to be plastic, not wood (no grain showing). it has the same suzuki logo and info inside the soundhole – model 00001!

        it sounds great. strong sound. v neck. addictive to play. action is quite high though (approx 4mm at 12th fret), and wont lower any more with the adjustable bridge screws. all round, its in excellent condition for its age, and looks like it was babied and ungiged. only a couple marks on th entire thing. no fret wear either.

        ive enquired about it from the seller, but they didnt seem to know anything either. i thought id ask her too. any help or ideas would be greatly appreciated.

        thanks

      2. RE: Suzuki Dove 1970's in reply to Terry Forsyth
        Lupus X

        Hallo,

        i’ve just read your commet about the Suzuki Gibson-Dove copy. I do own one since a few days (at least) and mine has exact the same “dove”-inlayse at the bride, that you mentioned the original “Elivis”-dove has had… you said also, that you do have some pics, showing the original Hummi, a suzuki-copy and your guitar… I would love to see those pice, to compare them to my guitar.

        Do you know anything about today’s value?

        please e-mail me to: [email protected]

        regards
        Lupus X

    1. suzuki m215
      Anne-Marie Collins

      I found a suzuki mandolin model 215; I was wondering if someone could tell me more about the materials used and it’s value? It was made in Japan. I do not know when it was made. Thanks.

      1. Re: suzuki mandolin m215
        laurent

        : I found a suzuki mandolin model 215; I was wondering if someone could tell me more about the materials used and it’s value? It was made in Japan. I do not know when it was made. Thanks.

        1. Re: Suzuki mandolin m-215
          Monika

          I got one of those! Bought it in 1982 in Germany for about 300 DM. It’s well made with a lovely loud clear pitch. Though it doesn’t provide the volume you get with some of the older ones. Depends what you’re looking for. I used my Suzuki to play it in a mandolin orchestra for several years and it was the perfect choice.
          I haven’t touched it for the last 25 years though. Would like to sell it now, that’s how I came across your add.
          Sorry can’t help with the material.

    2. Re: I need to know the value of a guitar
      BASIL JOHNSON

      : I found a yamaha g-180 in my attic I was wondering if someone could tell me it’s value? It was made in Japan duh, but by nippon gakki co. LTD

    3. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Josh
      Josh

      I found a yamaha g-180 in my attic I was wondering if someone could tell me it’s value? It was made in Japan duh, but by nippon gakki co. LTD

    1. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
      James Pendarvis

      : Hi
      : I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar that I am trying to learn the “provenance” or history of and hope someone may know something about it, or point me in the direction of someone who does. It looks identical to a Kiso Suzuki acoustic made around 1973 with great pearl inlay on the head and on the fret-board. The protective plate on the top has definite "flower-power connotations. The inside label says
      : · J.Watson & Co
      : · Est.1951
      : · The best quality guitar
      : · model no. WD150D – BK
      : · made in Japan

      : It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can give me would be appreciated.
      : regards
      : Terry

      Greetings everyone;
      I am on a mission to find my long lost (stolen) J.Watson & Company guitar. I was in the Houston area about 10 years ago or so, and had just unloaded the van, went inside w/equipment, came back out and the guitar w/case was gone.
      This one was special. Purchased in Taiwan in ’76, it has a split/tri rosewood back with inlayed mother of pearl, with mother of pearl inlays all throughout the guitar. What makes this one easy to find, is that the neck had been broken by our lead singer between the tuning keys. It had been repaired, but could still be noticed if looking.
      Please help me find this sentimental piece of the past.
      Thanks, James.

    2. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
      Lindsay

      : Hi
      : I also have a guitar made by this company. I purchased it while stationed in Guam 1978. I would just like to know more about the maker. The bridge is cracked and in need of repair.

      : · J.Watson & Co
      : · Est.1951
      : · The best quality guitar
      : · model no. WG 200
      : · made in Japan

      : It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can give me would be appreciated.
      : regards
      : Terry

    3. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
      Andrew

      : Hi
      : I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar also. Purchased second hand in 1990 for about $200. after playing all the guiitars in the place for a few hours I chose the watson. The guy in the store just said "good choice".
      They look to me to be similar to the Gibson "dove". The gibson even had an adjustable bridge for a while. It could have been what they call a "lawsuit" model. One that they stopped making under threat of legal action.

    4. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
      Shae Rossiter

      HI Terry,
      I too have a J.Watson and Co guitar that was my late fathers. He bought it in 1980. Its a beautiful guitar with Pearl inlay also. The inside label says
      : · J.Watson & Co
      : · Est.1951
      : · The best quality guitar
      : · model no. WD150 T – B
      : · made in Japan
      Its similar to yours. I have recently started playing it and its has a beautiful sound. The sentimental value to me is priceless and would appreciate any information you may have obtain about your J. Watson guitar.
      Thanking you
      Shae in Australia

      : Hi
      : I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar that I am trying to learn the “provenance” or history of and hope someone may know something about it, or point me in the direction of someone who does. It looks identical to a Kiso Suzuki acoustic made around 1973 with great pearl inlay on the head and on the fret-board. The protective plate on the top has definite "flower-power connotations. The inside label says
      : · J.Watson & Co
      : · Est.1951
      : · The best quality guitar
      : · model no. WD150D – BK
      : · made in Japan

      : It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can give me would be appreciated.
      : regards
      : Terry

      1. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
        Don Looper

        : HI Terry,
        : I too have a J.Watson and Co guitar that was my late fathers. He bought it in 1980. Its a beautiful guitar with Pearl inlay also. The inside label says
        : : · J.Watson & Co
        : : · Est.1951
        : : · The best quality guitar
        : : · model no. WD150 T – B
        : : · made in Japan
        : Its similar to yours. I have recently started playing it and its has a beautiful sound. The sentimental value to me is priceless and would appreciate any information you may have obtain about your J. Watson guitar.
        : Thanking you
        : Shae in Australia

        :
        : : Hi
        : : I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar that I am trying to learn the “provenance” or history of and hope someone may know something about it, or point me in the direction of someone who does. It looks identical to a Kiso Suzuki acoustic made around 1973 with great pearl inlay on the head and on the fret-board. The protective plate on the top has definite "flower-power connotations. The inside label says
        : : · J.Watson & Co
        : : · Est.1951
        : : · The best quality guitar
        : : · model no. WD150D – BK
        : : · made in Japan

        : : It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can give me would be appreciated.
        : : regards
        : : Terry

        1. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
          Baz

          I have just acquired a 12 string by this company, serial number 01210. It is in need of repairs but is beautifully made and will sing again.

          It is strange that there is so little info on these guitars.I wish I could find out more.

      2. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
        steven hobbs

        ok,
        so i just recently discovered a beautiful j. Watson co. 12 string. it was completely striped of hardware, but the body and neck are in perfect condition. the parts i need are:
        nut/saddle
        tuning machines
        bridge pins
        strings
        please if you have any info on the kind of parts i could use to refurbish it i would be ever so thankfull,

        steven hobbs

      3. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
        Tamela

        : HI Terry,
        I have a 12 string with the following info
        model # W300/18
        Japan
        12 string
        any info on the company and the value of the guitar?
        Thanks,

        : I too have a J.Watson and Co guitar that was my late fathers. He bought it in 1980. Its a beautiful guitar with Pearl inlay also. The inside label says
        : : · J.Watson & Co
        : : · Est.1951
        : : · The best quality guitar
        : : · model no. WD150 T – B
        : : · made in Japan
        : Its similar to yours. I have recently started playing it and its has a beautiful sound. The sentimental value to me is priceless and would appreciate any information you may have obtain about your J. Watson guitar.
        : Thanking you
        : Shae in Australia

        :
        : : Hi
        : : I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar that I am trying to learn the “provenance” or history of and hope someone may know something about it, or point me in the direction of someone who does. It looks identical to a Kiso Suzuki acoustic made around 1973 with great pearl inlay on the head and on the fret-board. The protective plate on the top has definite "flower-power connotations. The inside label says
        : : · J.Watson & Co
        : : · Est.1951
        : : · The best quality guitar
        : : · model no. WD150D – BK
        : : · made in Japan

        : : It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can give me would be appreciated.
        : : regards
        : : Terry

      4. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
        Pul Gersbach

        I purchased a J Watson WD150TB in Newtown (Sydney) in 1982 for $125. It’s serial no. is 10938 and is still in great condition. Mine is a lovely sunburst orange-brown colour. I would also like to know more about the background to these guitars and other owners.

        1. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
          Bram

          Hi I’m from Belgium and I got a J. Watson & Co. guitar w300.
          So I guess its a different guitar then the wd150d.
          It’s a semi accoustic version.

        2. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
          Graeme Bashford

          I have had a J Watson & Co 12 string model WD150 CW/12, have had it for about 30 years. It is red with pearl inlays and a white dove and roses on the scratch plate. Serial no is a bit hard to read but most likely 01205. Was wondering what it was worth?

      5. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar D200S - made japon
        CHARLIE

        : HI Terry,
        : I too have a J.Watson and Co guitar that was my late fathers. He bought it in 1980. Its a beautiful guitar with Pearl inlay also. The inside label says
        : : · J.Watson & Co
        : : · Est.1951
        : : · The best quality guitar
        : : · model no. WD150 T – B
        : : · made in Japan
        : Its similar to yours. I have recently started playing it and its has a beautiful sound. The sentimental value to me is priceless and would appreciate any information you may have obtain about your J. Watson guitar.
        : Thanking you
        : Shae in Australia

        :
        : : Hi
        : : I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar that I am trying to learn the “provenance” or history of and hope someone may know something about it, or point me in the direction of someone who does. It looks identical to a Kiso Suzuki acoustic made around 1973 with great pearl inlay on the head and on the fret-board. The protective plate on the top has definite "flower-power connotations. The inside label says
        : : · J.Watson & Co
        : : · Est.1951
        : : · The best quality guitar
        : : · model no. WD150D – BK
        : : · made in Japan

        : : It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can give me would be appreciated.
        : : regards
        : : Terry

      6. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
        Werner Dyrmaier

        : HI Terry,
        : I too have a J.Watson and Co guitar that was my late fathers. He bought it in 1980. Its a beautiful guitar with Pearl inlay also. The inside label says
        : : · J.Watson & Co
        : : · Est.1951
        : : · The best quality guitar
        : : · model no. WD150 T – B
        : : · made in Japan
        : Its similar to yours. I have recently started playing it and its has a beautiful sound. The sentimental value to me is priceless and would appreciate any information you may have obtain about your J. Watson guitar.
        : Thanking you
        : Shae in Australia

        Hi there!
        You are right, they sound great. Mine too is a WD 150 BK s/n 10723. Would like to know a bit about the company. I was told that they were to be the answer in looks to the Martins. As far as it goes for sound, she is the most beautiful and mellow sounding guitar I had the pleasure to listen to. Maybe it’s the age. Anyone knows anything more, talk to us.
        Werner
        Australia

        :
        : : Hi
        : : I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar that I am trying to learn the “provenance” or history of and hope someone may know something about it, or point me in the direction of someone who does. It looks identical to a Kiso Suzuki acoustic made around 1973 with great pearl inlay on the head and on the fret-board. The protective plate on the top has definite "flower-power connotations. The inside label says
        : : · J.Watson & Co
        : : · Est.1951
        : : · The best quality guitar
        : : · model no. WD150D – BK
        : : · made in Japan

        : : It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can give me would be appreciated.
        : : regards
        : : Terry

        1. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150BK
          frank klaassen

          : : HI Terry,
          : : I too have a J.Watson and Co guitar that was my late fathers. He bought it in 1980. Its a beautiful guitar with Pearl inlay also. The inside label says
          : : : · J.Watson & Co
          : : : · Est.1951
          : : : · The best quality guitar
          : : : · model no. WD150 T – B
          : : : · made in Japan
          : : Its similar to yours. I have recently started playing it and its has a beautiful sound. The sentimental value to me is priceless and would appreciate any information you may have obtain about your J. Watson guitar.
          : : Thanking you
          : : Shae in Australia

          : Hi there!
          : You are right, they sound great. Mine too is a WD 150 BK s/n 10723. Would like to know a bit about the company. I was told that they were to be the answer in looks to the Martins. As far as it goes for sound, she is the most beautiful and mellow sounding guitar I had the pleasure to listen to. Maybe it’s the age. Anyone knows anything more, talk to us.
          : Werner
          : Australia

          : :
          : : : Hi
          : : : I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar that I am trying to learn the “provenance” or history of and hope someone may know something about it, or point me in the direction of someone who does. It looks identical to a Kiso Suzuki acoustic made around 1973 with great pearl inlay on the head and on the fret-board. The protective plate on the top has definite "flower-power connotations. The inside label says
          : : : · J.Watson & Co
          : : : · Est.1951
          : : : · The best quality guitar
          : : : · model no. WD150D – BK
          : : : · made in Japan

          : : : It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can give me would be appreciated.
          : : : regards
          : : : Terry
          Hi Everyone

          I too just came into posession of a J.Watson& Co guitar.It looks like it has hardly been played ,has the pearl inlay on the head and frets and the scratch plate is still very shiny like the rest of the guitar and has a picture of a white dove surrounded by red flowers and green leaves on it but on the inside label it says:
          J.Watson & Co.
          The best quality guitar
          model no. WD 150 BK
          then on the bottom of the label : 10967
          and on the right hand bottom: japan

          The hardcase is also in as new condition and I feel this guitar was bought 25
          or so years ago, too hard to learn to play , put away in the cupboard and has just resurfaced in a spring clean.
          It has a very loud crisp clear tone even with the old strings on it but the action is a little high for my liking and needs to be reset.
          It only has one strap button like the old fashioned accoustic guitars.
          There is no SUZUKI to be seen anywhere on the guitar.
          I am as much in the dark about this guitar as every one on this site.
          Regards
          Frank Klaassen
          [email protected]

        2. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
          Graeme

          : : HI Terry,
          : : I too have a J.Watson and Co guitar that was my late fathers. He bought it in 1980. Its a beautiful guitar with Pearl inlay also. The inside label says
          : : : · J.Watson & Co
          : : : · Est.1951
          : : : · The best quality guitar
          : : : · model no. WD150 T – B
          : : : · made in Japan
          : : Its similar to yours. I have recently started playing it and its has a beautiful sound. The sentimental value to me is priceless and would appreciate any information you may have obtain about your J. Watson guitar.
          : : Thanking you
          : : Shae in Australia

          : Hi there!
          : You are right, they sound great. Mine too is a WD 150 BK s/n 10723. Would like to know a bit about the company. I was told that they were to be the answer in looks to the Martins. As far as it goes for sound, she is the most beautiful and mellow sounding guitar I had the pleasure to listen to. Maybe it’s the age. Anyone knows anything more, talk to us.
          : Werner
          : Australia

          : :
          : : : Hi
          : : : I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar that I am trying to learn the “provenance” or history of and hope someone may know something about it, or point me in the direction of someone who does. It looks identical to a Kiso Suzuki acoustic made around 1973 with great pearl inlay on the head and on the fret-board. The protective plate on the top has definite "flower-power connotations. The inside label says
          : : : · J.Watson & Co
          : : : · Est.1951
          : : : · The best quality guitar
          : : : · model no. WD150D – BK
          : : : · made in Japan

          : : : It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can give me would be appreciated.
          : : : regards
          : : : Terry

          Hi
          I purchased my WD150 bk new in 1972, the cost then was $700 so at that stage it was an expensive guitar. When I purchased mine the shop had 2, the other one was purchased by Dave Faulkner from Hoodoo Gurus, It appeared in a video mid 80’s, can’t remember the song!

      7. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
        Jono Clarke

        I too am lucky enough to own one but i know nothing of its history other than it was given to my mother by one of the band members of the australian band "mental as anything" Since then its bridge snapped off and i had repaired it twice only to have the same thing happen twice so i decided to put a tail piece on aswell and my goodness does it sound bright! Its one of the best acoustics ive ever played.
        Ive also put a pickup system in and im going to put a sunrise pickup and mixer in in the near future.
        Is there anywhere i can find out info about j watson co history?
        regards,
        jono

      8. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
        jeffrey

        i have a watson guitar allso
        but i have a 12 snears one
        i still dint find info about the guitar so maybe you know some info abouth it
        i realy like to know more abouth this guitar

      9. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
        Mark Gates

        : HI Terry,
        : I too have a J.Watson and Co guitar that was my late fathers. He bought it in 1980. Its a beautiful guitar with Pearl inlay also. The inside label says
        : : · J.Watson & Co
        : : · Est.1951
        : : · The best quality guitar
        : : · model no. WD150 T – B
        : : · made in Japan
        : Its similar to yours. I have recently started playing it and its has a beautiful sound. The sentimental value to me is priceless and would appreciate any information you may have obtain about your J. Watson guitar.
        : Thanking you
        : Shae in Australia

        :
        : : Hi
        : : I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar that I am trying to learn the “provenance” or history of and hope someone may know something about it, or point me in the direction of someone who does. It looks identical to a Kiso Suzuki acoustic made around 1973 with great pearl inlay on the head and on the fret-board. The protective plate on the top has definite "flower-power connotations. The inside label says
        : : · J.Watson & Co
        : : · Est.1951
        : : · The best quality guitar
        : : · model no. WD150D – BK
        : : · made in Japan

        : : It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can give me would be appreciated.
        : : regards
        : : Terry

        HI,

        I have a watson wd155 i’ve had it for 25 years & it was used when i purchased it. the inlay is around the body, on the head & figerboard the 3 piece back is also a nice feature any info about this brand would be greatly appreciated.
        Cheers,
        Mark

        1. i have a watson w500 i
          Petter

          i have a watson w500 i bought 37 years ago. 3 part back, alot pearl inlay and lovely looking guitar. this have been my favorit all years…i have played alot
          high end but this is just a very good guitar. i have given up finding the history of this beauty and just enjoy have this nice one. in my collection there
          is martin, hofner,taylor and sigma, but watson is the best. bought this new when i was a young boy in a basement who sold japanees guitars with beauty-issues…pluss a kasuga el-guitar…just lovely too. sorry my norway-english

        2. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
          Chris

          Hi,
          i have a J.Watson & Co WD155 also, It is wonderful to play, the action is superb. My late father gave the guitar to me about 10 yrs ago and he told me he had had it for at least 15 years, but in my youth ignored the rest of the story. i’m keen to find out more as well.
          thanks,
          Chris

      10. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
        Steve L

        Hi Terry,
        I too have the same guitar as yours. I bought it in 1980. I was also wondering about the the history of the guitar company.
        Regards,
        Steve
        : HI Terry,
        : I too have a J.Watson and Co guitar that was my late fathers. He bought it in 1980. Its a beautiful guitar with Pearl inlay also. The inside label says
        : : · J.Watson & Co
        : : · Est.1951
        : : · The best quality guitar
        : : · model no. WD150 T – B
        : : · made in Japan
        : Its similar to yours. I have recently started playing it and its has a beautiful sound. The sentimental value to me is priceless and would appreciate any information you may have obtain about your J. Watson guitar.
        : Thanking you
        : Shae in Australia

        :
        : : Hi
        : : I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar that I am trying to learn the “provenance” or history of and hope someone may know something about it, or point me in the direction of someone who does. It looks identical to a Kiso Suzuki acoustic made around 1973 with great pearl inlay on the head and on the fret-board. The protective plate on the top has definite "flower-power connotations. The inside label says
        : : · J.Watson & Co
        : : · Est.1951
        : : · The best quality guitar
        : : · model no. WD150D – BK
        : : · made in Japan

        : : It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can give me would be appreciated.
        : : regards
        : : Terry

        1. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
          Chris Goodway

          : Hi Terry,
          : I too have the same guitar as yours. I bought it in 1980. I was also wondering about the the history of the guitar company.
          : Regards,
          : Steve
          : : HI Terry,
          : : I too have a J.Watson and Co guitar that was my late fathers. He bought it in 1980. Its a beautiful guitar with Pearl inlay also. The inside label says
          : : : · J.Watson & Co
          : : : · Est.1951
          : : : · The best quality guitar
          : : : · model no. WD150 T – B
          : : : · made in Japan
          : : Its similar to yours. I have recently started playing it and its has a beautiful sound. The sentimental value to me is priceless and would appreciate any information you may have obtain about your J. Watson guitar.
          : : Thanking you
          : : Shae in Australia

          : :
          : : : Hi
          : : : I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar that I am trying to learn the “provenance” or history of and hope someone may know something about it, or point me in the direction of someone who does. It looks identical to a Kiso Suzuki acoustic made around 1973 with great pearl inlay on the head and on the fret-board. The protective plate on the top has definite "flower-power connotations. The inside label says
          : : : · J.Watson & Co
          : : : · Est.1951
          : : : · The best quality guitar
          : : : · model no. WD150D – BK
          : : : · made in Japan

          : : : It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can
          give me would be appreciated.

          Hi Terry,
          I purchased my J Watson & Co in the late 70’s and have also wondered about its history. I still use
          it as a practice guitar and have enjoyed may years of playing with it. Other than the info you have I’ve been unable to find out anymore. The idea it came from Suzuki in Japan was mentioned to me and could be on the cards as it looks like there were quite a few sold in Aussie.
          Regards
          Chris in Aussie

          1. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
            stuart matthews

            : : Hi Terry,
            : : I too have the same guitar as yours. I bought it in 1980. I was also wondering about the the history of the guitar company.
            : : Regards,
            : : Steve
            Hi I have a Watson 335 copy that not only looks like a Gibson but plays EVEN BETTER!!I have tried to find out more about the maker,but have had no luck.Any information welcomed..Stuart…UK
            : : : HI Terry,
            : : : I too have a J.Watson and Co guitar that was my late fathers. He bought it in 1980. Its a beautiful guitar with Pearl inlay also. The inside label says
            : : : : · J.Watson & Co
            : : : : · Est.1951
            : : : : · The best quality guitar
            : : : : · model no. WD150 T – B
            : : : : · made in Japan
            : : : Its similar to yours. I have recently started playing it and its has a beautiful sound. The sentimental value to me is priceless and would appreciate any information you may have obtain about your J. Watson guitar.
            : : : Thanking you
            : : : Shae in Australia

            :
            : : :
            : : : : Hi
            : : : : I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar that I am trying to learn the “provenance” or history of and hope someone may know something about it, or point me in the direction of someone who does. It looks identical to a Kiso Suzuki acoustic made around 1973 with great pearl inlay on the head and on the fret-board. The protective plate on the top has definite "flower-power connotations. The inside label says
            : : : : · J.Watson & Co
            : : : : · Est.1951
            : : : : · The best quality guitar
            : : : : · model no. WD150D – BK
            : : : : · made in Japan

            : : : : It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can
            : give me would be appreciated.

            : Hi Terry,
            : I purchased my J Watson & Co in the late 70’s and have also wondered about its history. I still use
            : it as a practice guitar and have enjoyed may years of playing with it. Other than the info you have I’ve been unable to find out anymore. The idea it came from Suzuki in Japan was mentioned to me and could be on the cards as it looks like there were quite a few sold in Aussie.
            : Regards
            : Chris in Aussie

          2. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
            ashley

            Hi all,
            wow, great to find some people in exactly the same boat as me. i have a watson and co WD 155 with large silver inlays on the neck, pearl around the front sound board and a two toned rear wood piece with a wedge shaped natural coloured peice running down the centre, again edged with pearl.
            I absolutely love the guitar, sounds fabulous and plays very nicely. it was my fathers too, so much sentimental value as well. please email me if you have any further history that i could learn. would love to know,
            cheers,
            ashley in sth australia

            1. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
              Murray

              : Hi all,
              : wow, great to find some people in exactly the same boat as me. i have a watson and co WD 155 with large silver inlays on the neck, pearl around the front sound board and a two toned rear wood piece with a wedge shaped natural coloured peice running down the centre, again edged with pearl.
              : I absolutely love the guitar, sounds fabulous and plays very nicely. it was my fathers too, so much sentimental value as well. please email me if you have any further history that i could learn. would love to know,
              : cheers,
              : ashley in sth australia

              1. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
                Murray

                I also have just got a J. Watson & Co. guitar WD155 through a garage sale. I love this guitar and it sounds great. I also would like to know a bit of history on it.

          3. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar
            Gary Emmins

            I too own a J.watson & co- semi acoustic that I have owned,played, loved & recorded with since the early/mid 80’s
            I have never seen another modle like it so can anyone give me some history details & perhaps rough value?
            It is a ‘copy’ in shape & style to the Gibson Es-335 TD with two pick ups& mine is an all Black finish. I cant find a serial number on it but it does have a made in Japan sticker on the back of the head.
            As I said , I would really appreciate any information on this great guitar

          4. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
            Nick Cox

            Hi All,

            Guess what I also have a J Watson & Co guitar my eldest brother sold to me when I was in my teens about 22 years ago. I would also love to know the history of this guitar and its maker. It too has a label inside stating J Watson & Co Est 1951 The Best Quality Guitar, Model no. WD 150 DBK , 90972 japan

            1. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
              Mark Gates

              : Hi All,

              : Guess what I also have a J Watson & Co guitar my eldest brother sold to me when I was in my teens about 22 years ago. I would also love to know the history of this guitar and its maker. It too has a label inside stating J Watson & Co Est 1951 The Best Quality Guitar, Model no. WD 150 DBK , 90972 japan

              I also have wd155 i keen to learn more about them i had it for 25 years it was used when purchased

              1. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
                Lionel Redfern

                : : Hi All,

                : : Guess what I also have a J Watson & Co guitar my eldest brother sold to me when I was in my teens about 22 years ago. I would also love to know the history of this guitar and its maker. It too has a label inside stating J Watson & Co Est 1951 The Best Quality Guitar, Model no. WD 150 DBK , 90972 japan

                : I also have wd155 i keen to learn more about them i had it for 25 years it was used when purchased
                : Hi all like above I also have a wd155 10741 Japan. Still sounds good and had same for many years now, am interested to know approx today value.

    5. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Terry Forsyth
      Terry Forsyth

      Hi
      I have a J. Watson and Co. acoustic guitar that I am trying to learn the “provenance” or history of and hope someone may know something about it, or point me in the direction of someone who does. It looks identical to a Kiso Suzuki acoustic made around 1973 with great pearl inlay on the head and on the fret-board. The protective plate on the top has definite "flower-power connotations. The inside label says
      · J.Watson & Co
      · Est.1951
      · The best quality guitar
      · model no. WD150D – BK
      · made in Japan

      It plays beautifully, better than many contemporary, high priced guitars. A Dutch guitar "collector" indicates that there is some link with Johnny ‘Guitar’ Watson, which I guess could make it a collectible. Any info that you can give me would be appreciated.
      regards
      Terry

      1. Re: J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
        Pete59

        I’ve got a black Watson 12 string, purchased new in 1980 Sydney Australia, it was my 21st birthday gift. I suspect they were a fairly common mid range guitar back then and it plays and sounds wonderful, I’ve played it most days for 40 years and I’m still playing it. The zero fret is worn away and the bird is half gone from a life time of use but apart from that it still sounds amazing. I always suspected it as a law suit era Japanese made Humingbird copy and I wouldn’t swap it for all the tea in China as they say..
        No idea what they’re worth and no intention or desire to find out, it’s priceless as far as I’m concerned; I’ve got USA strats, tele’s, a 93 Les Paul standard and a probably too many others and I’m still adding but the Watson will be the one they bury me with, it’s a special guitar..

      2. My J Watson and Co WD150DBR
        Andrew Leggett

        My J Watson and Co WD150DBR is serial no 90943. I bought it in Toowoomba, Queensland in 1979 and I’ve had it ever since. It’s a Japanese made Suzuki copy of the Gibson Black Dove. 2 years ago I had the bridge replaced and lowered and put a piezo pickup in it. It plays well acoustic all and amplified. Best with bronze Daddario round wounds.

      3. J Watson acoustis
        Michael Lee Miller

        According to this clip, in 1963 Gibson had too many Doves and not enough Hummingbirds in stock so they started putting Hummingbird pickguards (and bridges?) on Dove guitars. They’re known to collectors as Hummingdoves.

        Maybe that’s what this (and my) guitar is. A copy of a cross between a Dove and a Hummingbird?
        That would explain the Dove pickguard and the Hummingbird bridge?

      4. Watson guitar
        Michael Lee Miller

        I’ve got one exactly the same as the one in the picture.
        I bought it at Cash Converters about 15 years ago for (I think) $120.
        It sounded good and played great when I bought it.
        Since then, I’ve put good machine heads on it, a handmade brass bridge and bone nut and
        brass bridge pins and it is without doubt one of the best acoustics I have ever played. It sounds huge.

      5. WD 155/12
        Jim watson

        My name is j watson so I bought this guitar just for the name.have had it many years serial #01202.can post pictures of it if anyone interested

      6. Watson Acoustic
        Stuart McP

        I have a Watson the same as shown in the picture posted in 2015 by Bill C.
        I forgot exactly when I purchased mine, it was somewhere between 1978 and 1980, hence my interest in the manufacturer and dating the instrument.
        It has been through all sorts of action and still sounds reasonably ok. I am attached to it and would never sell it.
        I recall I paid about $150 for it and I thought that it was a middle-of-the-road guitar in terms of quality and price.
        Nevertheless, it has stood the test of time.

      7. CJWatson wd150cw
        Blue

        Hi poppi.i too have the same guitar and it sounds fantastic. You are the only other person I have heard who has the same model. Would love to hear how old it is.i was told that maybe the serial no was the date it was made. Mine is 10966! Cheers Blue

        1. Watson Guitar
          Ross

          I also have a Watson with the white dove scratch plate . Its stamped model No WD150TB serial No 00415 made in Japan .
          I bought it about 1985- 1987 from a shop in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia whilst working on the Bell Bay wheel casting plant.
          The tone is very very nice as commented on by my musical friends.
          Mine has an adjustable bridge (can send photo) with adjusting screws at each end of the bridge. So you can raise the plastic bridge piece by turning screws clockwise and change the action ( fret clearance ) by doing this.
          I want to fit an under the bridge pickup but am not sure if drilling the hole (through the steel adjustable bridge) for the pickup wire will mess the whole thing up.
          Anyone done this before on this type of adjustable bridge?

          Ross

        2. Watson WD 150
          Eddie

          Hi guys I also have a Watson WD 150 D exactly the same as the one in the hoodoo gooroos video come any time
          I have had this magic sounding guitar since 1992 and bought it second hand from a guy who had never played it was a gift from his wife in 1972
          It still sounds sweet and has played some great music
          To me it’s worth thousands as I have had this guitar a long time and would love to pick up a 12 string Watson

        3. You can post links to the pics
          Jason

          Just post links to the pictures and I’ll see if I can make them show up in your post after you’ve done that.

          Jason – webmaster.

      8. J.Watson & Co G70
        John Silver

        I have a J.Watson G70, it sounds fantastic and is a collectors item as I have understood. I saw another J.Watson for sale for 2000 Dollars on Ebay, so keep your J.Watson guitars and do not sell them cheap 🙂

      9. re.JWatson guitar
        Connie

        I hv a 12 key guitar has no strings pearl inlay
        Handsome guitar not lightweight. Made in japan.
        Etc.has one key missing and the top bridge quite tidy condition.
        Do they have a value if so could you tell me how much. As is that is.

      10. J Watson & co acoustic guitar
        felicity

        I am considering selling my J Watson & co est 1951 6 string acoustic guitar . Model WD 155 It is in excelllent condition . Pearl inlay etc Does anyone know what it might be worth?

      11. Guitar for sale J.Watson
        Grakel

        The Dave Faulkner story is true, as it was the same music store I bought the other from. Dave got the black and I got the cherry. It appeared in the music video ‘Come Anytime’ and sounds awesome. My cherry Watson is in mint condition and i’m looking for a good home that appreciates quality and classic 80’s history.
        Cheers

      12. J watson & co
        Neil

        I have a J Watson & co WD1500/12 #00409 12 string bought new in 1976 in Sydney. I dont know any more than what has been listed, ie Gibson copy & would definitely agree about the tonal quality, definitely superior to both my ( new) Taylor & Maton.
        Would also love to know more about tbem
        Cheers

      13. watson guitar
        fire rain

        hi guys
        i have a 12 string J. Watsons & co W 200-12 guitar 10416 japan
        made in 1951 and in good shape
        also have questions about the rest of the story
        realyy nice sound btw
        grtz fr

      14. J Watson & Co WD 150 CW Guitar
        Poppi

        I have a J Watson WD 150 CW. It a rich deep red with the Pearl inlays & a Peace Dove on the scratch plate. . It was a gift in the early 80’s. . I love it. . and would love to learn more about it’s history of the maker. .
        Cheers Poppi
        🙂

      15. J. Watson & Co. guitar WD150D - made by Suzuki
        Rolf

        Hello there!

        I was fascinated by the previous comments on J. Watson model WD 150D. The label on my guitar says:
        – J. Watson & Co
        – Est. 1951
        – Model No G 500

        This is obviously a less elaborate model than the WD150D. It does not have pearly inlay on the fretboard. But is has this wondefull sound. I bought it in the late seventies or early eighties. Since then I have aquried other more expensive guitars. But I still love my Watson. That is why I googled it in order to find out more.

        I will be happy to know more about the history of Watson guitars, if anybody knows.

        Regards
        Rolf, Norway (currently Spain)

    1. Re: Kiso suzuki fe 150 1956
      Terry Forsyth

      Hi
      Suzuki were very good at making copies of well known guitars, Gibsons especially. Not only were they good copies they were good quality guitars. Is your guitar a copy of a Gibson – I would look for the Dove and Hummingbird. If it is it doesn’t mean that it is valuable. A 1975 Suzuki copy of a Gibson Hummingbird in Cherry Sunburst colour ( I think they made them both in Cherry Sunburst and Black sold recently on eBay for about US$1200. A genuine 1969 Gibson Dove recently sold on eBay for around US$9000 and Gibson has just released a Gibson Dove "Elvis Presley" replica – yes Elvis did play one, for around US$4000.
      I have a 1973 Suzuki 150D copy of a black Dove which is in near perfect condition and looks very much like the Elvis replica. It looks and plays brilliantly (according to my guitar teacher)but would only fetch about US$200 here in Australia. Hope this gives you some insight.
      regards
      Terry

  23. GUITARE FOLK
    didier.perrot

    Bonjour,
    Je suis en possession d’une guitare folk Kiso susuki violin N°41001 MODEL w250,
    Je l’ai acheté en 1974 neuve.
    Elle est signée à l’intérieur Susuky
    J’aimerais connaitre sa valeur aujourd’hui.
    Elle est en parfait état et dans sa housse rigide de puis toujours.
    merci
    didier

  24. kiso suzuki guitar
    Belinda Glass

    Hi I have a kiso suzuki guitar W65DA in new condition, hardy used, purchased in 1977. What would be the value of this guitar.?
    Cheers Belinda

    1. Re: suzuki guitar no.33
      Terry Forsyth

      : is it worth anything by chance? i seen it by the side of the road. someone wants to throw it away

      Where are you? Suzuki made a number of different "brands" or "models" of guitar in the 70’s of which the Kiso is one. I have a guitar that is almost identical to the Kiso and guitar teachers and "classical" used guitar shops tell me that it is a high quality guitar, with a very good sound. Can you post a photograph of it. If it is not badly damaged it may be worth getting fixed.
      regards
      Terry

  25. MSuzuki W 518
    Per Madsen

    I´m the owner of a MSuzuki W518. I bought it used in 1984, bu so far i haven´t been able to find any information ´bout it.
    If anyone have any information about price, year of production – or anything else,I will be extremely grateful.

    Regards:
    Per Madsen/Copenhagen/Denmark

  26. MSuzuki W 518
    Per Madsen

    I´m the owner of a MSuzuki W518. I bought it used in 1984, bu so far i haven´t been able to find any information ´bout it so far.
    If anyone have any information about price, year of production – or anything else,I will be extremely grateful.

    Regards:
    Per Madsen/Copenhagen/Denmark

    1. Re: MSuzuki W 518
      Per Madsen

      :
      : I´m the owner of a MSuzuki W518. I bought it used in 1984, but so far i haven´t been able to find any information ´bout it.
      : If anyone have any information about price, year of production – or anything else,I will be extremely grateful.

      : Regards:
      : Per Madsen/Copenhagen/Denmark

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