1919 Guitars – Hawthorne I
A bold reinterpretation of the Hawthorne lineage, streamlined with pro-level simplicity and modern flair.
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail in the heart of Spokane, WA, the Hawthorne I by 1919 Guitars reimagines the offset guitar for the minimalist player—with a design that nods to the Jazzmaster legacy while embracing a leaner, more deliberate form. Focused around a single high-output Seymour Duncan Hot Rails in the bridge, this instrument is engineered for bold tone and creative control without excess.
Stripping things back never meant holding back: the Hawthorne I features a thoughtfully curated set of controls, including a kill switch on the upper horn, dedicated coil-split and bass-cut switches on the lower horn, and a single volume knob with push/pull functionality—delivering instant access to a wide tonal palette within a deceptively simple layout.
Built from a resonant mahogany body, paired with a maple neck and rosewood fingerboard, each element is hand-selected to offer a perfect balance of warmth, clarity, and playability. A 25.5" scale length ensures a familiar feel with excellent string tension and articulation across genres.
Finished in our signature satin nitrocellulose lacquer, each Hawthorne I boasts an open-grain texture that lets the wood breathe and age naturally. For players who want their guitar to tell their story, our optional relic service offers a personalized aesthetic that reflects years of inspiration from day one.
With the Hawthorne I, 1919 Guitars offers a focused, fiercely expressive instrument—where design meets functionality, tradition meets attitude, and every feature is purpose-built to serve your sound.
Design & Construction
Mahogany body & set mahogany neck – delivering warm resonance, rich midrange, and strong sustain.
Rosewood fingerboard – smooth tonewood for clarity and ease of play.
Electronics & Controls
Bridge Pickup: chosen between the sizzling Seymour Duncan Hot Rails, offering high-output and aggressive tone with tight low end.
Control Layout:
Single 500 kΩ volume knob: includes push/pull coil-split for summoning single-coil tones at will.
Upper-horn kill switch: lightning-fast stutter and rhythmic cuts.
Lower-horn toggles: one for coil-split, one for bass-cut filter—tailor your tone with precision.
Hardware
Guyker locking tuners – stable tuning and swift string changes.
Guyker Tune-o-matic bridge – simple, effective, and sustain-rich. Hardtail Optional.
Bone nut + satin-finished neck back – ensures low friction, resonance, and vintage feel.
Tone Options
| Feature | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Hot Rails (full) | Dense, high-output humbucker tone—perfect for crushing rock riffs. |
| Coil-split | Sharp, cutthrough single-coil voice—ideal for funky cleans or bitey leads. |
| Bass-cut switch | Tightens the low end—great for reducing muddiness in high-gain settings. |
| Kill switch | Instant silent cuts—adds percussive rhythmic flavor to your playing. |
Finish & Feel
Finished in an open-grain satin nitro, it feels alive in the hands—vintage elegance meets modern comfort. Every detail—from the wood choice to the hardware—is selected to enhance playability and tone.
Quick Specs
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Body & Neck | Mahogany body with set mahogany neck |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood w/ Dot Inlay |
| Frets | 22 frets |
| Pickup | Seymour Duncan Hot Rails (bridge) |
| Controls | 1 × Volume (push/pull coil split), bass-cut toggle, upper-horn kill switch |
| Tuners | Guyker locking tuners |
| Bridge | Guyker Tune-o-matic. Hardtail Optional. |
| Nut | Bone |
| Finish | Open-grain satin nitro |
Why Choose the Hawthorne I?
This guitar distills tone and performance into one focused platform. It’s built for players who want hands-on control—no fluff, just function-packed layout perfect for creative explorers, riff monsters, and sonic sculptors.
Starting at: $1,499
Customization options: pickup pairing, finish color, pickguard variations, case.
Let us know if you’d like help deciding between pickups, want a demo clip of the Hot Rails, or want to spec your own custom Hawthorne I!