Yamaha CW-370S Acoustic Guitar (Similar To FG)

Mid to late 80s Yamaha CW-370S. These weren't sold in the US and there isn't much information online. It has a solid spruce top and laminated rosewood back/sides. From the specs it looks similar to the FG-460s, FG-470S, FG-480S from the same time period. I got this from the original owner in a trade. I've been hanging onto this one because I won't be able to buy another guitar this nice for this selling price, but I need the space more than I need another guitar right now. The good: Loud guitar! Bright Yamaha tone. Nice aged top with a thin finish. I don't usually like cutaways but I think this shape looks nice. Ebony bridge that isn't as goofy a shape as the modern Yamaha FG bridges. The bad: It has a crack in the top from the bridge to the side. Previous owner said it's been there awhile. The nut is chipped off at near the high E string. The string is still solidly seated and won't pop out even if you pull it sideways. Action isn't super low, and the saddle doesn't have much more room to go down on the treble side. Bass side could go down more. The tuners feel a bit mushy, but work well enough. Dings, dents, etc that would be expected for a nearly 40 year old guitar. Original thin chipboard case included. $175 OBO.

Condition

Used (normal wear)

Brand

Yamaha