1934 National Triolian

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1934 National Triolian

Serial # 3324 W. The first National 14 fret guitars appeared in mid-1934, around the time this Triolian was serial numbered. Slotted headstock, rolled F-holes, bound fingerboard and walnut sunburst finish are all standard design elements of this model up until 1936. Found in the attic (yes, seriously) by a local family, this instrument has managed to avoid the harshness of the years. It has a proper neck angle, level frets and board and has easy action as a result. Completely original, including cone and biscuit, the guitar has the raw, mellow, and thumpy tone these steel-bodied Triolians are renowned for. Aside for some flaked-off finish, the instrument is in excellent condition. Check out the original case, strap, and mail-order instruction sheets post-marked 1943!
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1934 National Triolian
  • 1934 National Triolian
  • 1934 National Triolian
  • 1934 National Triolian
  • 1934 National Triolian
  • 1934 National Triolian
  • 1934 National Triolian
  • 1934 National Triolian
  • 1934 National Triolian
  • 1934 National Triolian
  • 1934 National Triolian
  • 1934 National Triolian

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