Gibson ES-335 Sunburst 1968

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Summary

Finish: Original finish.

Body Material: Maple

Top Material: Maple

Body Details: Maple back, sides, and top.

Neck Material: Mahogany

Neck Profile: C

Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .808", 12th fret .965"

Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"

Nut Width: 1-9/16"

Scale Length: 24 3/4"

Neck Details: Set mahogany neck with bound Indian rosewood fingerboard and small block inlays.

Electronics: Original patent sticker pickups with three-position selector switch and volume and tone controls for each pickup. No pot codes are visible; the components and lead dress are period correct. The bridge pickup cover has previously been removed, with touched up solder joints.

Pickup Measurements: Neck 7.37K, Bridge 7.71K

Hardware: The D string tuning machine has been replaced with an older single line Kluson tuner. All other hardware is original.

Weight: 8 lbs

Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is in good condition with wear consistent with its age. The finish is weather-checked, glossy, and hazy, with scratches, dents, dings, and chipping throughout. There are some notable dings along the front edges of the headstock face, and on the top back edge of the headstock. The hardware has a strong patina.

Modifications/Repairs: One tuning machine has been replaced, and the bridge pickup cover has been reattached to the pickup baseplate.

Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are wide and low, with moderate wear up and down the fingerboard, and more notable wear in the first position. The serial number dates to 1968.

Case Details: Original hardshell case. The case has been spray painted.