For Sale: 2021 McKnight Highlander (OM) • another PRICE DROP

[cigarfan]

I've come to the realization, at my age, I do not need the number of guitars in my collection. I've purchased and sold many, mostly to edify myself on different tonewoods and builders, and what I find pleasing to play and hear. Through this process, I made a promise to myself that I would not buy and keep a guitar I didn't play regularly. My collection has grown to the point where I can't keep that promise and it is time to do a little purge.

Most years I attend the McJam, which is the McKnights' annual gathering. If you haven't been, you should try it. Laid back with plenty of great music and food. Two of my favorite things. Summer 2022 I picked up this spec guitar. The torrified Adi top gives it a wonderfully aged warm tone, better than any Martin I've played. It has plenty of volume when you drive it but it supports finger picking and finger style so nicely. It has fantasic fundamentals. Even across the strings and you can hear each note crisp and full. I knew when I picked it up the first time, I was taking it home. I am the original and only owner.

I conservatively describe it as mint condition. Not a mark on it. Very little fret wear. Action is low and intonation spot on. Tim has included saddle shims if you would want to raise the saddle for any reason. I prefer low action.

Price is now $5,800 net to me (make me a reasonable offer) which includes ground ship/ins to the lower 48 in the US. Last year Tim informed me the replacement value was $9050. Too many guitars in my house so no trades at this time.

Send me an email or PM. Contact info in my profile. Priced to move. Don't lose out!

All my photos of this guitar can be found here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBdjTj



Specs:
Model: Highlander
Body Size: OM
Top: Adirondack Spruce (torrified)
Rosette: Flamed Maple & Black
Back and Side Material: Honduran Mahogany
Back Center Strip: Black
Binding: ?
Top Purfling: Black/Flamed Maple
Neck Material: Honduran Mahogany
Neck Shape: Standard Mcknight
Nut Material: Bone
Headstock: Paddle
Headplate: Honduran Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Black Ebony
Scale Length: 25.0"
Number of Frets Clear: 14
Number of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1-3/4"
Fingerboard Position Inlays: MOP
Finish: Polished Gloss (neck is Satin)
Bridge Material: Black Ebony
Bridge Style: Pyramid
Bridge String Spacing: 2-5/16"
Saddle: Bone
Tuning Machines: Waverly Gold Open-Geared w/ gold buttons
Bridge Pins: Dyed bone
Pickguard: Clear
Case: White Guardian carbon fiber with cream interior
Pick-up: K&K Mini

[Wade Hampton]

What’s the width of the lower bout?


whm

[fitness1]

Originally Posted by Wade Hampton

What’s the width of the lower bout?


whm

Looks like 15.25

That's some PURTY mahogany!

https://mcknightguitars.com/models/

[iim7V7IM7]

Wade…

Originally Posted by Wade Hampton

What’s the width of the lower bout?


whm

[cigarfan]

Thanks Bob for weighing in with that. Appreciate you.

[Rodger]

Good luck with the sale Dennis! I'll see you in a few months at the McJam!

(If you consider "thinning the herd" by moving the Froggy, give me a shout.)

As owner of 4 McKnights, including a Highlander (technically owned by my wife, Kathy), I can state that Tim builds world class instruments.

[cigarfan]

Price drop: $6,300

Thanks Rodger. I'll give you first chance ahead of posting the Froggy.

For those who haven't tried a McKnight, you shouldn't pass up this chance (a phenomenal price).

[cigarfan]

Price drop: $6,000 net to me

Don't miss this rare chance to own a stellar example of Tim's work. It is a wonderful guitar.

[cigarfan]

Another price drop: $5,800 net to me

It's an awesome guitar! Make me an offer!

[Ps346]

I know Tim makes great instruments, and I am possibly thinking of acquiring another guitar this year, but I would prefer a rosewood rather than a mahogany body.

Sorry !!!

All the best in your efforts to sell this fine guitar.

[nwapoolguy]

McKnight’s are top shelf. Tim and Mary do fantastic work. I guarantee you won’t be disappointed. GLWS!!

[cigarfan]

weekend bump