Gibson ES-335 Black 1968
Description
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Summary
Finish: Small parts on the top between the pickups and near the controls have been retouched. All other finish is original.
Body Material: Maple
Top Material: Maple
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.82" 12th - 0.99"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-9/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Electronics: The guitar has been converted to mono and the original Varitone switch and inductor have been removed. A non-original Varitone switch has been reinstalled for aesthetic purposes; it is not wired into the circuit. The original Varitone is included in the case. The guitar has two patent number sticker humbuckers, a three-way selector switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots. This is a rare example of an ES-335 that originally came with a Varitone switch and inductor.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 7.6 kΩ, bridge - 8.1 kΩ
Hardware: The Varitone's poker chip is non-original. All other hardware is original.
Weight: 7 lbs 8 oz
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with checking, shallow dings, and some light surface scratches scattered throughout. The top shows some touch-ups in small dents or chips. Some finish has flaked off near the selector switch. The back of the body shows a wide patch of buckle rash. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age.
Modifications/Repairs: Small parts on the top between the pickups and near the controls have been retouched. The guitar has been converted to mono and the original Varitone switch and inductor have been removed. A non-original Varitone switch has been reinstalled for aesthetic purposes; it is not wired into the circuit. The original Varitone is included in the case.
Serial Number: 952039
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium width and low with minimal play wear. The serial number dates to 1968.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Summary
Finish: Small parts on the top between the pickups and near the controls have been retouched. All other finish is original.
Body Material: Maple
Top Material: Maple
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.82" 12th - 0.99"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-9/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Electronics: The guitar has been converted to mono and the original Varitone switch and inductor have been removed. A non-original Varitone switch has been reinstalled for aesthetic purposes; it is not wired into the circuit. The original Varitone is included in the case. The guitar has two patent number sticker humbuckers, a three-way selector switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots. This is a rare example of an ES-335 that originally came with a Varitone switch and inductor.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 7.6 kΩ, bridge - 8.1 kΩ
Hardware: The Varitone's poker chip is non-original. All other hardware is original.
Weight: 7 lbs 8 oz
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with checking, shallow dings, and some light surface scratches scattered throughout. The top shows some touch-ups in small dents or chips. Some finish has flaked off near the selector switch. The back of the body shows a wide patch of buckle rash. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age.
Modifications/Repairs: Small parts on the top between the pickups and near the controls have been retouched. The guitar has been converted to mono and the original Varitone switch and inductor have been removed. A non-original Varitone switch has been reinstalled for aesthetic purposes; it is not wired into the circuit. The original Varitone is included in the case.
Serial Number: 952039
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium width and low with minimal play wear. The serial number dates to 1968.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case