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For your consideration is a unique and beautiful custom build from Canadian luthier Dennis Kwasnycia, commissioned and built in 2011.  At that time, Kwasnycia had acquired some rare "Tunnel 13" Redwood.

This wood is from reclaimed Redwood beams that were used to support "Tunnel 13" of the Southern Pacific Railroad in Oregon.  The tunnel (site of "The Last Great American Train Robbery") was constructed using Virgin Redwood timbers in the 1880s, wood that has spent over 120 years air-drying.  If you're not familiar with that story, send me a message for more information on the provenance of "Tunnel 13". 

From this batch of storied wood, Kwasnycia produced a limited series of guitars with "Tunnel 13" Redwood  tops.  This guitar is number 2 of 13 guitars in that series.  

For the back and sides Kwasnycia used a lovely set of African Blackwood which pairs beautifully both visually and sonically with the Tunnel 13 Redwood. 

The African Blackwood has a striking bit of sapwood at the center and at it's apex is a "Luna Moth" inlay
expertly crafted from a copious number of abalone pieces by Canadian luthier and inlay artist Mark Kett.  Mark's inlay work has also appeared on guitars from Linda Manzer, David Wren, Sergei de Jonge, Marc Beneteau, Dana Bourgeois among others.

With permission from luthier Kevin Ryan, Kwasnycia beautifully incorporated Ryan's distinctive "ghost inlay" pattern in the rosette and fingerboard inlays for this commissioned Limited Series Guitar.

The comfortable C shaped 5 piece laminated neck on this guitar is a joy to play.  There is shimmer to the top end, a warm pleasing mid range, responsive to a light touch and nice balance and projection.

I am this guitar's second owner, purchasing it locally from the original owner's large collection a few years ago.  The guitar is in excellent condition and has always been properly cared for and never gigged. The custom fit Hoffee case that protects it is also in excellent condition.   See current pictures taken outdoors as well as the original pictures from 2011.

Send a message with any questions or if you would like a link to a sound file demo.

Specifications:
Kwasnycia 000 #2 of 13 Tunnel 13 Redwood Guitars
African Blackwood back and sides
African Blackwood binding
Venetian Cutaway
Ebony Finger Board, Bridge, back of headstock veneer
African Blackwood Headstock Overlay
Gold Gotoh Delta 21:1 tuning machines with black buttons
Luna Moth Abalone  Inlay by Mark Kett
25" scale
12 frets clear of the body
Gold EVO Fret Wire
1.75" nut width
2.25" string spacing at saddle
Lower bout depth: 4.625"
Lower bout width: 15"
Upper bout width: 10.875"
Body Length: 20.125"
Fossilized Walrus Strap and End Pins
Rosette: ABW with Ryan Ghost Inlays (with permission)
Finger Board: Ryan Ghost Inlays (with permission)
Custom Fit Hoffee Case

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Listed3 years ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • 000
Finish
  • Natural
Categories
Year
  • 2011
Made In
  • Canada

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