M.B. Guitars 52 T Blackguard

'52 BLACKGUARD — BUTTERSCOTCH 

The legend reborn. Vintage magic. Modern playability.

At MB Guitars, every build is a tribute to the iconic instruments that defined generations. Handcrafted in the UK by master luthier Mike Bowes, each guitar is a true work of art - designed to deliver authentic vintage feel and tone with flawless modern precision. The '52 BLACKGUARD  BUTTERSCOTCH captures the spirit of the original blackguard in every detail.

• Authentic body & finish
  Hand-shaped one-piece premium lightweight swamp ash body with rounded edges and period-correct 1950s routing.
  Paper-thin nitrocellulose finish from the wood up for maximum resonance and natural aging.
• Iconic neck feel
  Handmade one-piece flatsawn plain maple neck with early ’50s contours.
  9.5" radius board, Jescar 6125 fretwire, and a substantial .89C neck profile (0.890" – 0.990") for that unmistakable vintage grip.
  Double-acting single truss rod with vintage-correct cross head adjuster at the heel.
• Period-correct details throughout
  Handmade unbleached bone nut, Gotoh premium machine heads, 1950s round string tree, and '52 serial number neck plate.
  Period-correct slotted screws and carefully aged real nitro lacquered bakelite guard with authentic rounded edges and grain lines, just like the originals.
• Premium hardware for perfect control
  Callaham heavy knurled domed knobs for precise volume and tone adjustments.
  Period-correct round switch tip for an authentic look and feel.
• Pure, vintage-correct tone
  Pickups hand-wound for MB Guitars by Alan Dingwall to exact 1952 specs.
  Sozo oil-in-paper capacitor, CTS 250k pots with tight 5% tolerance, CRL 3-way switch, Switchcraft jack, and traditional cloth wiring for unmatched clarity and warmth.
• Bridge built for true performance
  MB-stamped vintage premium bridge with Callaham compensated brass saddles for perfect intonation across all strings.
• Ready to inspire
  Includes Gator vintage-style hard case, signed MB spec card, and MB guitar pick.
  Weight: only 7.1 lbs or 3.22 kg - lightweight, resonant, and perfectly balanced.

Why MB Guitars?

MB Guitars are more than instruments — they’re a dedication to authenticity. Each build channels the feel, look, and soul of the originals, handcrafted with meticulous attention to every detail by Mike Bowes. Designed for players who demand the true vintage experience without compromise.

The '52 BLACKGUARD — BUTTERSCOTCH.
A timeless classic. Reimagined. Ready for the stage.