1942-1943 Gretsch Synchromatic 160 "Cat's Eye" Archtop - WWII-Era

For your consideration, a lovely WWII-era Gretsch Synchromatic 160 Archtop Acoustic Guitar.Few models from the Art-Deco era of American guitar building command presence like a Gretsch Synchromatic. They're large and opulent, and truly a work of art.  Just look at it... look at the perfect placement of the massive "Cat's Eye" F-holes. Look at how much time and thought went into perfecting that deep carve on the top and back. Check out the detailed stairstep carving of the Rosewood bridge. It's a case study in restraint, balance, etc... I could talk all day about how absolutely perfect this guitar is from a design perspective. Actually, talking all day about the designs of Gretsch is something that I did as a Gretsch employee for several years before opening this shop. I've had the honor of handling a lot of historically important Gretsch guitars over the years and I can honestly say that getting to be around a true WWII Synchromatic is a treat, every single time. On to this beauty...Thi