Description
Description
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| Finish Details: | Original sunburst finish. |
| Top Material: | Maple |
| Body Material: | Maple |
| Neck Material: | Maple |
| Fingerboard Material: | Ebony |
| Neck Profile: | "C" Shape |
| Neck Thickness (IN): | 1st. Fret: .84" & 12th. Fret: .97" |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 12.00" |
| Nut Width: | 1-3/4" |
| Scale Length: | 25" |
| Electronics: | Original electronics with a rotary switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots. The pots display 1966 dates. In the middle position, the pickups are out of phase. This is how it was wired from the factory. |
| Pickup Measurements: | N/A due to schematic |
| Hardware: | Non-original nut. All other hardware is original. |
| Weight: | 6lbs 14oz |
| Modifications/Repairs: | Non-original nut. |
| Case Details: | Original Hardshell Case |
| Cosmetic Condition: | This vintage Johnny Smith is in good cosmetic condition with moderate wear throughout. There are no major dings, dents, or scratches. The finish does display light checking, swirling, and general wear. There is a spot of finish wear on the top above the pickups on the bass side. |
| Serial Number: | 895996 |
| Tech Notes: | This Johnny Smith plays well with low action. The frets are wide and show moderate wear. The instrument is being dated to 1968 based on the serial number. Included with the guitar is two 1/8" to 1/4" cables. |
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