1970s Mosrite Ventures Model Vintage Electric Guitar Black w/ Moseley Vibrato & Case, Firstman Japan

Up for sale, a 1970s Firstman Mosrite Ventures Model in excellent condition and in perfect working order, complete with its original hardshell case. A continuation of the Ventures Model legacy, this guitar follows the stylings of the 1960s USA-made Mosrites, produced in Japan as a result of an agreement between Semie Moseley and the Firstman company. Weighing 9lbs, this instrument effectively captures all the finer points of classic Mosrite design: with a Moseley vibrato tailpiece, “Mosrite”-stamped pickup covers, and German Carve on the basswood body, this Ventures Model is 100% original save for a bone nut. The stock pair of single coil pickups is snappy and sparkling, wound on the hotter end of the Mosrite spectrum, delivering a bold, distinct sound in every pickup position. Metering at ~10.6k ohms, these pickups are articulate and lively, with an authoritative treble zing that’s quintessential Mosrite; the neck pickup is fat and broad, while the bridge has a chewier, snappy quality. This Ventures Model benefits from a professional setup here at Mike & Mike’s Guitar Bar with 10-46 strings, low action, and accurate intonation. Neck Specs: - Wood: Maple - Shape: Slender C, measuring .815” at 1st fret, .895” at 12th fret - Fretboard: Rosewood, 7 1/4” radius, mini dot inlay - Frets: Medium, no wear - Scale Length: 24 3/4” - Nut: 1 5/8”, bone (replacement), zero fret - Tuners: Star tuners Body Specs: - Wood: Basswood - Pickups: Single coil x2 (~10.6k ohms) - Controls: Volume, Tone, three-way pickup selector - Hardware: Moseley tremolo, bridge, smooth-top ridged knobs - Plastics: Three-ply white pickguard, pickup covers, cream switch tip The gloss Black finish has faint buckle wear on the back and a couple of minor marks near the lower strap button. The gloss finish on the neck profile is smooth and clean. The original black tolex hardshell case is included.