Description
Description
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| Body Material: | Mahogany |
| Neck Material: | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard Material: | Ebony |
| Neck Profile: | C |
| Neck Thickness (IN): | 1st - 0.78" 12th - 0.95" |
| Fingerboard Radius: | 12.00" |
| Nut Width: | 1-9/16" |
| Electronics: | The guitar has been fully rewired with non-original pots and the neck pickup has been replaced with a PAF reissue humbucker. The guitar has the PAF reissue, a tar back humbucker, a three-way selector switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots. |
| Pickup Measurements: | neck - 8.0 kΩ, bridge - 4.8 kΩ |
| Weight: | 7lbs 6oz |
| Modifications/Repairs: | The guitar has been fully rewired with non-original pots and the neck pickup has been replaced with a PAF reissue humbucker. At some point, three new holes had been drilled in the body around the current controls, but whatever had been installed in them has since been removed. The electronics cavity and cover have been re-shielded. The truss rod cover and poker chip have previously been removed. The nut has been replaced with a bone nut. The bridge has been replaced and the original is included in the case. |
| Case Details: | Original Hardshell Case |
| Cosmetic Condition: | This vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with some cloudy spots and checking, light scratches, and small dings scattered throughout. The top near the controls shows three holes from previously installed electronics. The tips of the horns show some light wear and the back of the body shows some finish chipping and minor, though widespread, buckle rash. The truss rod cover is missing. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age. |
| Serial Number: | 206416 |
| Tech Notes: | The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium with light play wear. The serial number and appointments date the guitar to 1974. |