1966 Gibson Firebird V – Polaris White
Description
As far as Non-Reverse Firebirds are concerned it doesn’t get much cooler than this factory Polaris White Example from 1966! From a distance, it looks stunning, but up close, you can tell it’s been played and loved over its 59-year lifespan. The neck feels like a cherished baseball glove, comfortable and familiar with a medium-depth C-profile neck that fills the hand beautifully, making it a dream to play. As with many of these Firebird pickguards, this one has some shrinkage and breakage at the edges. The Firebird logo on the front of the pickguard wore away at some point, so it seems a previous owner colored it in with a red pen. If you’re after a custom-colored Firebird without breaking the bank, this is your chance!
Overall Condition: 6.5 perfect amount of play wear, checking, and vibey aging
Specifications
- finish_details Polaris White, Original, Fair Condition, edgewear down to the wood on treble side, heavy finish checking, very light yellowing to the clear
- body_material Mahogany
- neck_material Mahogany
- fretboard_material Rosewood
- neck_profile Medium C
- weight 7 lbs 8 oz
- scale_length 24-3/4"
- pickup_readings N: 6.43K B: 6.28K
- tubes
- speakers
- electronics Original, Untouched
- nut_width 1-9/16”
- hardware Original, Good Condition, some shrinkage to pickguard, light patina
- includes Vintage Epiphone case with blue lining
- year