Good bass and treble response, well balanced and versatile. Like me, this guitar is smaller but still loud -). The 0-28 comparisons are MANY $ thousands more. This model and vintage is considered tonally and structurally the same as Martin 0-28, within half inch of same size with same Brazilian Rosewood back and sides) and this one is no exception. Any Washburn guitar gurus, feel free to weigh in.įor $1,950 it’s great playing and resonant instrument. (age guesstimate from online shows same model sold by Folkway Music, listed as c. String height is just under 2/16th inch at 12th fret, nut width is 1 13/16", scale length is 23 7/8", width at lower bout is 13" and depth is 3 3/4". The quality of his restoration is nothing less than exceptional. This was fully restored by master luthier Bill Tippin, including replacing bridge plate, re-gluing top braces, hand made ebony bridge in original period style, planed fret board and correct re-fret. ![]() There is a minor chip in the headstock and some playing wear on the spruce top, only surface and minor, especially considering its age. In very good condition, especially considering its age and is crack-free. Stenciled spruce top, X-braced, beautiful Brazilian rosewood back & sides. Very rare Washburn 5203 Deluxe Concert guitar, circa 1925-1928.
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