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Gibson SJ-200 Sunburst 1953

Gibson SJ-200 Sunburst 1953

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Serial Number: A-13344

Weight: 4lbs 13oz

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Description

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: There is a finish touchup on the side of the bass shoulder, extending from the heel outward. The top of the body has a very old over-spray and redone sunburst. The The finish on the neck and the back and sides of the body is original.
Top Material: Spruce
Body Material: Maple
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" Shape
Neck Thickness (IN): .90" (1st fret), 1.00" (10th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 25 1/2"
Electronics: None.
Hardware: Original tuners and bridge. The saddle and nut have been replaced.
Weight: 4lbs 13oz
Modifications/Repairs: -The neck has been refretted -Replaced nut and saddle -Non-original 19th fret inlay -Repaired top cracks, with a small spruce cleat toward the bottom of the soundhole -Finish touchup on the side of the bass shoulder -The top of the body has a very old over-spray and redone sunburst.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage SJ-200 is in good cosmetic condition, with natural aging and wear throughout. There are pick scratches, dings, and checking on the glossy finish, as well as a few repaired cracks on the top. The back of the neck is smooth with a few small patches of wear.
Serial Number: A-13344
Tech Notes: This SJ-200 plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are tall and show little wear. The serial number dates the guitar to 1953; there is an additional sticker inside the body from the business that installed the 19th fret inlay, dated 1957.

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SKU: U6783030401

Description

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: There is a finish touchup on the side of the bass shoulder, extending from the heel outward. The top of the body has a very old over-spray and redone sunburst. The The finish on the neck and the back and sides of the body is original.
Top Material: Spruce
Body Material: Maple
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "C" Shape
Neck Thickness (IN): .90" (1st fret), 1.00" (10th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 25 1/2"
Electronics: None.
Hardware: Original tuners and bridge. The saddle and nut have been replaced.
Weight: 4lbs 13oz
Modifications/Repairs: -The neck has been refretted -Replaced nut and saddle -Non-original 19th fret inlay -Repaired top cracks, with a small spruce cleat toward the bottom of the soundhole -Finish touchup on the side of the bass shoulder -The top of the body has a very old over-spray and redone sunburst.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage SJ-200 is in good cosmetic condition, with natural aging and wear throughout. There are pick scratches, dings, and checking on the glossy finish, as well as a few repaired cracks on the top. The back of the neck is smooth with a few small patches of wear.
Serial Number: A-13344
Tech Notes: This SJ-200 plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are tall and show little wear. The serial number dates the guitar to 1953; there is an additional sticker inside the body from the business that installed the 19th fret inlay, dated 1957.

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