And they did. In this 125th anniversary year, Gretsch offers several tribute models, one of the finest is the Chet Atkins G6120-DSW. This throwback to the early ‘50s is sharp to say the least.

An important thread throughout the 125 years is the family and collaborating with top artists back to the 30s,'' says Gretsch. "Chet Atkins was our first endorser in 1954. Then, when the Beatles came ...

Clip: Season 15 Episode 3 | 3m 19s | My List 1956 Gretsch Chet Atkins Model 6120 Guitar with Case, from Miami Beach Hour 3 Aired: 01/16/11 Rating: TV-G Buy Now: iTunes Amazon ...

2. Gretsch Guitars Had Multiple Chet Atkins Signature Models In 1947, RCA Records signed Atkins to a recording contract.

Over the years, Bachman attempted to fill the void with other, similar guitars, but nothing compared to the bright orange 1957 Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins. "It made my whole life," he said.

A guitar given away by Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page as a competition prize more than 50 years ago could sell for £50,000 when it comes up for auction. The 1957 Gretsch Chet Atkins 6120 electric ...

Heavily influenced by country, Eddy picked up a Gretsch Chet Atkins model while still in his teens, beginning an association with Gretsch that would last for the remainder of his life.

Yes, Chet Atkins — a 1973 Country Music Hall of Fame inductee whose career touched and shaped artists and institutions fundamental to country music history including the Carter family and Grand ...

Led Zeppelin guitar given away for free could sell for £50,000 at auction The 1957 Gretsch Chet Atkins 6120 electric guitar was the prize in a competition run by New Musical Express magazine.