Knaggs USA Severn – Aged Scotch 2 Tone T1 Top (Diamond Inlay Neck)
The Severn is the cornerstone of Knaggs’ Chesapeake series — a modern classic designed by Joe Knaggs and his team to embody balance, beauty, and tone. This USA-built model in Aged Scotch with a T2 figured maple top and Diamond Inlay neck showcases the seamless fusion of artistry and performance. Hand-crafted in Maryland, it features premium tonewoods, boutique hardware, and meticulously detailed finishes, making it an instrument that inspires for a lifetime.
Craftsmanship & Design
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T1 Maple Top over Alder, Mahogany, or Swamp Ash* – The figured maple adds clarity and brilliance, while classic body woods deliver warmth and sustain.
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Rock Maple Neck – with fingerboard Rosewood
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Diamond Inlay Neck – Refined fretboard artistry, paired with the Knaggs Circle with Star headstock inlay.
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Headstock Veneer – Ebony
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Pickguard – KOA
Playability
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Scale Length – 25.5″ for articulate response and modern versatility.
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Nut Width – 1 5/8″.
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Frets & Radius – 22 frets (.100″ x .051″) on an 8.5″ radius fingerboard.
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Neck Profile – .850″–.860″ at ½ fret tapering to .940″–.950″ at the 12½ fret, offering a slim yet substantial feel.
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Nut – Graphite
Electronics & Tone
Switching & Controls:
Hardware & Reliability
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Bridge – Chesapeake Tremolo.
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Tuners – Gotoh for smooth, precise tuning stability.
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Plating – Nickel hardware for elegance and durability.
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Strings – Ships with .010–.046 gauge.
Specifications (Quick View)
Spec |
Details |
Nut Width |
1 5/8″ |
Scale Length |
25.5″ |
Frets |
22 – .100″/.051″ |
Radius |
8.5″ |
Neck Wood |
Rock Maple |
Fingerboard |
Rosewood |
Neck Dimensions |
.850″–.860″ (½ fret) / .940″–.950″ (12½ fret) |
Body Wood |
Mahogany |
Top |
T2 Maple With Koa pickguard |
Pickups |
Bare Knuckle Aftermath Fralin Blues Specials (middle & neck) |
Switching |
5-way blade |
Controls |
1 Vol, 2 Tone |
Bridge |
Chesapeake Tremolo |
Tuners |
Gotoh |
Hardware |
Nickel plating |
Inlay |
Diamond Inlay Neck + Knaggs Circle with Star |
Case |
Hard case included |
The Knaggs Difference
Every Knaggs Severn is built by hand in Maryland with uncompromising attention to detail. The Aged Scotch 2 Tone T2 Top with Diamond Inlay isn’t just an instrument — it’s a statement of precision, playability, and boutique artistry.
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