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1920s Kamaka Painted Pineapple Back from Kamaka Ukuleles. Beautiful and extremely rare Kamaka painted pineapple ukulele from the early 1920s. This gorgeous piece is handcrafted from solid hawaiian koa wood from the only company whose name is synonymous with ukulele, Kamaka. The blue label Kamaka ‘Special’ ukuleles were considered the custom order instruments of Kamaka’s yesteryear and very limited in number. It is also said that this pineapple model was the very model that saved Kamaka from going bankrupt during the early stages of the company’s history. Urban legen

Rare 1980s Kamaka Ohta-san concert ukulele. All Hawaiian Koa wood construction: face, back, sides, fretboard and bridge. Rosewood top binding, white label era with a 14-fret joint to the neck. Plays incredibly well with great projection. Intonation is set perfectly and string action is also set up well.  The uke is in all original condition. Includes original hard case with yellow plush lining. Kamaka Ohta-san ukuleles are currently not being made due to a backorder of custom Jake model ukuleles. The Ohta-san ukes are tremendously rare in the current market and an a

Classic Kamaka ukulele from the 1940s. Great sound and a rare find in exceptional refinished condition. Great player uke from one of Kamaka’s most famous eras of ukes, the ‘gold label’ era. Perfect for both the player and the collector at heart. Repairs and refinish done by Kamaka factory so don’t worry about weak wood glue joints or separations. This uke is perfect and ready to go! Price: $695

Stunning and rare early 1970’s Kamaka Tenor Ukulele in repaired and refinished condition. Great player ukulele and constructed of all Koa wood. Beautiful Hawaiian Koa face, back, and sides with gorgeous black vertical striping on soundboard. Tonal quality on this beauty is incredible. Great sustain with nice lows and crisp highs. The white label era is considered one of the best player instrument generations for Kamaka and is especially prized by musicians worldwide. Repair work done by Kamaka factory. Price: SOLD