Another quality Guitar from Lovies Guitars!
Lovies Guitars is excited to present this Rare Vintage! 1950s Kay K136 Stratotone Electric Guitar finished in Black & Gold. Built by Kay, this classic American-made mid-century solid-body captures the bold styling and raw charm of the late-’50s electric guitar boom, offering vintage tone, retro aesthetics, and unmistakable era-correct character.
The Stratotone delivers a distinctive vintage voice with a punchy midrange, airy top-end, and slightly raw, microphonic edge that reflects its early electric guitar design roots. It responds dynamically to picking attack and retains excellent clarity for blues, early rock, and roots-style playing.
The Black & Gold finish showcases its mid-century design language, giving it a striking and collectible visual presence that stands out among vintage American electrics from the era.
This guitar is all original (OG) and comes complete with its hardshell case (HSC).
Condition: 9/10 – Very Good. Overall very clean for its age with light finish aging on hardware and light finish checking throughout. Minimal dings present, with the exception of one larger ding on the lower waist. A well-preserved vintage example with strong visual appeal and character.
SPECS
Model: 1950s Kay K136 Stratotone
Finish: Black & Gold
Body: Solid Body (Kay Construction)
Neck: Maple
Scale Length: Short Scale (Vintage Spec)
Frets: Vintage
Pickups: Original Kay Single Coils
Controls: Volume / Tone (Simple Vintage Layout)
Bridge: Fixed Bridge
Hardware: Nickel (Aged)
Case: Hardshell Case (HSC)
Condition: 9/10 – Very Good (Vintage)
Lovies Guitars Guarantee
A rare and stylish 1950s Kay Stratotone offering authentic mid-century American electric guitar tone, vintage charm, and collectible appeal. Clean overall with honest wear—this is a standout example of early electric guitar design.
Weighs in at: 5.8lbs
1st Fret: .1″
9th Fret: 1.15″
Nut Width: 1 3/4″
SKU: 9822
Each guitar comes with a sample of Fret-Not fret and fingerboard cleaner and our favorite Cooper Pick.
We offer a 14-day money-back return policy. Buy with confidence.
All guitars are guaranteed to arrive in the condition as described, and a full refund will be issued if not. Additionally, all our guitars are fully insured, and we will assist with any claims that may arise.
Lovies Guitars holds a CITES Master File, and we can provide certificates when and where they are required. We are also declaration-friendly, ensuring a smooth experience for international shipments.
