{"product_id":"2023-oskar-graf-c-model-50th-anniversary-5563","title":"2023 Oskar Graf C-Model 50th Anniversary","description":"\u003cp\u003eOskar Graf was one of Canada’s most accomplished luthiers, blending his German cabinetmaking roots with a design philosophy that bridged the gap between classical sensitivity and steel-string power. Over five decades, Graf handcrafted more than 500 instruments known for their \"Cabernet-like\" tonal depth and a unique X-brace system incorporating a curved intersecting bar for enhanced sustain. His work is characterized by flawless craftsmanship, signature mosaic rosettes, and a highly responsive, meticulously voiced character. Oskar sadly passed away in the summer of 2025. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCompleted in March 2023, this C-model is one of Oskar’s final instruments. The design utilizes classical-sized dimensions (14.25\" wide) re-proportioned for steel strings, and offers a focused punch and balanced warmth. This example features highly figured Ziricote back and sides paired with a premium German spruce top, yielding exceptional clarity and resonance. The appointments are world-class, including mitred purflings, a rosewood-bound body and fingerboard, and a Ziricote head plate with Paua Abalone logo. With a 640mm (25.2\") scale, 1-3\/4\" nut, and 2-5\/32\" string spacing, the guitar has a comfortable, intimate feel. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis guitar remained in Oskar’s personal possession until his passing, serving as his shop’s demonstration instrument for the last 18 months of his life. While it shows a few very minor dings from its time in the studio, it is in nearly as-new condition with no wear to the finish or frets. Recently set up in our shop, it plays beautifully and represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of the final chapter of a legendary building career. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith deluxe hardshell case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e**USD Price includes Shopify fees\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OSKAR GRAF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53894001262958,"sku":"210000008663","price":17495.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/3660\/5550\/files\/177696728912122023_Graf_50th_Ann_C-0426-bf.jpg?v=1790991348","url":"https:\/\/folkwaymusic.com\/products\/2023-oskar-graf-c-model-50th-anniversary-5563","provider":"Folkway Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}