c.1940s Gretsch Model 35 American Orchestra Archtop w/OHSC

c.1940s Gretsch Model 35 American Orchestra Archtop w/OHSC

This Item Is Located At IVG Burbank

The Guitar Is In Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)

Solid Spruce Top In Sunburst Finish Shows Cosmetic Playwear Throughout Including Checking, Scratches, Marks And Dings (As Shown)

Maple Back And Sides In Original Sunburst Finish

Sides Show Finish Chipping Throughout (See Photos)

Original Tailpiece

Original Bridge

Original Pickguard

Ebony Fretboard

Professional Refret

Replace Nut

Kluson 3-A-Side Tuners (Missing Two Screws)

Weight: 4lbs 10oz

Nut Width: 1.76"

Neck Depth At 1st Fret: 1.03"

Neck Depth At 10th Fret: 1.09"

Guitar Comes With Original Hard Shell Case

The Gretsch Model 35 American Orchestra archtop guitar, produced in the 1930s and 1940s, represents a significant chapter in early American jazz and big band music. This mid-tier archtop was crafted during a period when Gretsch was establishing itself as a serious competitor in the archtop market, offering musicians a more affordable alternative to Gibson and Epiphone. The Model 35 typically featured a pressed arched spruce top with maple back and sides, delivering a bright, punchy tone ideal for cutting through ensemble arrangements. Its elegant design included f-holes, a trapeze tailpiece, and understated ornamentation, reflecting the Art Deco influences of the era. Though not as ornately appointed as higher-end models, the Model 35 was valued for its playability and solid construction, making it a favorite among working musicians in dance halls and swing bands of the time.