{"product_id":"morris-w-40-1973-uni-3157971","title":"1973 Morris W-40 Vintage Japanese Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar w\/ Hard Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eUp for sale is a beautiful \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1973 Morris W-40 dreadnought acoustic guitar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, made in Japan by the Terada Musical Instrument Company during the highly regarded early era of Japanese acoustic-guitar production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe W-40 was a relatively upscale model in the Morris lineup, featuring a natural spruce top, richly figured rosewood back and sides, decorative multi-ply body binding, diamond-style fretboard inlays, and an especially striking three-piece back with a figured maple center wedge. The rosewood headstock face, vintage Morris branding, and original-style Grover tuners complete the classic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis guitar has just been \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecleaned, restrung, and set up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e and is ready to play. It has a full, resonant dreadnought voice with plenty of projection and the warm, mature character expected from a Japanese acoustic that is now more than 50 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverall, the guitar is in \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003every good condition for its age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e. It shows normal cosmetic wear from use and handling, including scattered light scratches, small marks, and a more noticeable finish ding on the side of the body, as shown in the photos. There is some minor fret wear, but nothing excessive or currently affecting playability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe interior label identifies it as a \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMorris W-40 manufactured in 1973\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e and inspected by Terada. The guitar appears to retain its original Grover tuning machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA \u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehard case is included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e. The case shows normal exterior wear but remains functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photos carefully for the best representation of the guitar’s cosmetic condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCase: Hard\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScale Length: 25.5“\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNut Width: 1.68“\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFret Wear: 8.8\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAction at 12F (6th): .1“\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAction at 12F (1st): .09“\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight: 4lbs 8oz\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverall Condition: 8.2\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSound Factor: 11 out of 10\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUSA Seller, check my feedback to see how I value my customers and see my other listings for more rare Japanese Guitars and other unique gear! I use recycled packaging for reduced environmental impact and ship all items 100% insured against loss or damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInternal Use (Bin) - PA-14-2\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047287574892,"sku":"UNI-3157971","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/9378\/2636\/files\/afb7d0b5-1853-4e9e-b2c4-acf8cad9aee9.jpg?v=1784430576","url":"https:\/\/japaneseguitarcompany.com\/products\/morris-w-40-1973-uni-3157971","provider":"Japanese Guitar Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}