Gibson Crest Gold Natural 1970

6-String Hollow Body Electric Guitar with Rosewood Fingerboard. Made in the USA.
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Gibson Crest Gold Natural 1970

Vintage

Description & Specs

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Finish Details: Original finish.
Body Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Body Details: Laminated Brazilian rosewood back, sides, and top. The pickguard is also Brazilian rosewood.
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: D
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .809", 9th fret .942"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Neck Details: Mahogany neck with bound rosewood fingerboard and block inlays.
Electronics: The neck pickup has been replaced with a 1970's L5 pickup, and the bridge pickup is original but has been repaired. Both pickups have been spliced into the wiring harness. Three-position selector switch with volume and tone controls for each pickup. No pot codes are visible, but all components are period correct.
Pickup Measurements: Neck 12.60K, Bridge 6.77K
Hardware: The bridge base has been replaced. All other hardware is original.
Weight: 6lbs 8oz
Modifications/Repairs: The bridge pickup has been repaired, and the neck pickup has been replaced, both have been spliced back into the wiring. The bridge base has been replaced.
Case Details: Original hardshell case.
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is in good condition with moderate wear. The finish is glossy, weather-checked, and faded, with scratches, dents, and dings throughout. The hardware has a mild patina. The guitar is missing the rosewood collars that would have surrounded the edges of the pickup mounting tabs.
Serial Number: 632773
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are wide and low, showing moderate wear. The serial number dates to 1970.
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