{"product_id":"1968-gretsch-blackhawk","title":"1968 Gretsch Blackhawk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e58 years old and a wonderfully unusual piece of Gretsch history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 1968 Gretsch Blackhawk is exactly the sort of guitar that makes dealing in vintage instruments interesting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s unusual, distinctive and not something you’re likely to see hanging on the wall of your average guitar shop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 58 years old, it has plenty of genuine vintage character and the unmistakable feel of an instrument that’s had a life before arriving here. That’s part of the attraction—we like old guitars that feel like old guitars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its age comes character and visible marks showing its previous owner's love of the instrument. Its binding isn't in the best shape. and there are a few nicks and dings on the guitar - meaning that it thrives as a true players' instrument. This is the kind of guitar that isn't used to living its life hanging on the wall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore importantly, it’s not simply an interesting piece of Gretsch history to look at. It’s a genuinely enjoyable guitar to sit down and play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the Gretsch collector, vintage enthusiast or anyone who gravitates towards the slightly more obscure corners of guitar history, the Blackhawk is a fascinating instrument and one that’s well worth seeing in person.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable now at Classic Guitars \u0026amp; Amps. Come in and have a play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Classic Guitars and Amps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67593691037859,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0567\/0558\/1219\/files\/IMG_1082.heic?v=1791251946","url":"https:\/\/classicguitarsandamps.com\/products\/1968-gretsch-blackhawk","provider":"Classic Guitars and Amps","version":"1.0","type":"link"}