Knaggs USA Eric Steckel Kenai T/S – Aged Scotch T1 Top Back Onyx Binding (Signature Model)
The Eric Steckel Kenai T/S is the signature model of blues-rock prodigy Eric Steckel, whose fiery playing has taken him from performing with John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers at age 12 to touring the world as a modern blues heavyweight. Designed in collaboration with Joe Knaggs, the Steckel Kenai T/S reflects Eric’s demand for powerful tone, vintage-inspired feel, and stunning boutique aesthetics. This USA-built Aged Scotch T1 Top Neck model pairs classic mahogany resonance with a carved maple top and Seymour Duncan Candy humbuckers — the same pickups Eric uses to deliver his stadium-filling sound.
Craftsmanship & Design
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Mahogany Body with T1 Maple Top – Rich tonal foundation with figured maple brilliance, finished in elegant Aged Scotch.
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Mahogany Neck – Hand-carved for comfort and resonance.
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Fingerboard – Rosewood
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Inlay Work – Modern Morning Star inlays on fingerboard and headstock.
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Binding – Black/white/black purfling Black onyx binding .
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Headstock Veneer – Ebony veneer for refined aesthetics.
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Bridge – Locking TonePros Tune-O-Matic for perfect intonation and sustain.
Playability
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Scale Length – 24.75″ for a classic, comfortable feel.
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Nut Width – 1 11/16″.
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Frets & Radius – 22 medium/jumbo frets (.104″ x .047″) with a 12″ radius.
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Neck Profile – .885″/.895″ at ½ fret tapering to .975″/.985″ at 12½ fret.
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Nut – Bone.
Electronics & Tone
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Pickups – Seymour Duncan Candy Humbuckers, delivering Eric’s signature mix of vintage warmth and modern bite.
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Switching – 3-way toggle for classic humbucker operation.
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Controls – 2 Volume, 2 Tone for versatile tonal shaping.
Hardware & Reliability
Specifications (Quick View)
Spec |
Details |
Nut Width |
1 11/16″ |
Scale Length |
24.75″ |
Frets |
22 – .104″/.047″ |
Radius |
12″ |
Neck Wood |
Mahogany |
Fingerboard |
Rosewood |
Neck Dimensions |
.885″/.895″ (½ fret) / .975″/.985″ (12½ fret) |
Body Wood |
Mahogany |
Top |
T1 Maple |
Binding |
BWB Purfling binding Black Onyx |
Pickups |
Seymour Duncan Candy Humbuckers |
Switching |
3-way toggle |
Controls |
2 Volume, 2 Tone |
Bridge |
Locking TonePros Tune-O-Matic |
Tuners |
Vintage Kluson |
Hardware |
Chrome |
Inlay |
Modern Morning Star |
Case |
Hard case included |
The Knaggs Difference
Knaggs guitars are built in small batches with uncompromising attention to detail. The Eric Steckel Kenai T/S isn’t just a signature guitar — it’s an instrument designed in collaboration with one of modern blues’ most electrifying players, blending boutique craftsmanship with the firepower to take on the world’s biggest stages.
Color Options
Opaque Colors: Black, Cardinal Red, Crème, Dijon Mustard, Glacier Blue, Graffiti Yellow, Grey Black, Millennial Pink, Olive Drab, Sea Foam Green, Shell Pink, TV Yellow, White
Transparent Colors: Aged Ivory, Aged Scotch, BlueBurst, Burgundy, California Sunset, CharcoalBurst, Chocolate, Crème, Duane AllmanBurst, English Walnut, Faded (Black, Blue, Green, Onyx, Purple, Red, WickedBurst), Fire, Golden Natural, GreenBurst, Hickory Burst, Indian Red, LemonBurst, Lime Green, Medoc, Midnight Blue, Ocean Blue, Orange, Raspberry Crème, Satin Black Old Violin, Satin Old Violin, Satin Red Old Violin, Spring, Sunflower, Teal, TobaccoBurst, Turquoise, VintageBurst, Winter Snow, Winter Solstice
Metallic Finishes: Gold Top, Candy Apple Red, Cobra Blue, Pelham Blue, British Racing Green, Pink*
Metallic w/Stripes: Cobra Blue/White Stripes, Candy Apple Red/White Stripes, British Racing Green/White Stripes*
Sparkle Finishes: Red, Blue, Silver, Gold, Green, Purple Sparkle*
Included:
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Original Knaggs hardshell case
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Certificate of authenticity
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Factory paperwork and tags
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12 Months AUS Warranty
Condition: Brand New
Build Time for Custom Orders: Approx. 13 weeks