Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Walnut 1963

6-String Hollow Body Electric Guitar with Ebony Fingerboard. Made in the USA.
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Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Walnut 1963

Vintage

Description & Specs

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: Original finish.
Body Material: Maple
Neck Material: Maple
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .802", 10th fret .924"
Fingerboard Radius: 16.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 5/8"
Neck Details: Three-piece maple neck with bound ebony fingerboard and thumbnail inlays. The neck has been refretted, and the radius has been changed to 16". The heel cap has been reglued.
Electronics: The bridge pickup has been replaced with a 1960's FilterTron, and the neck pickup is original. Three position pickup selector switch, and three-position tone switch, with master volume, independent pickup volume controls, and master mute switch. The pot codes date to 1963.
Pickup Measurements: Neck 4.1K, Bridge 4.2K
Hardware: One tuner has been replaced with an old Grover Imperial tuner. New felt has been installed around the mute posts. All other hardware is original.
Weight: 8lbs 2oz
Modifications/Repairs: The bridge pickup and one tuner have been replaced. The neck heel cap has been reglued. The neck has been refretted. New felt has been added around the mute posts. The bass side strap button has been relocated to the back of the body.
Case Details: Hardshell case.
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is in good condition with moderate wear. The finish is hazy with scratches, dents, and dings throughout. The hardware has a strong patina.
Serial Number: N/A
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium width and height, showing mild wear. The guitar is missing the factory label, and no serial number is to be found. The pot codes date to 1963.
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