Gibson SG Standard Modified Cherry 1965

Description

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Summary

Finish: Original finish.

Body Material: Mahogany

Neck Material: Mahogany

Neck Profile: C

Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret - 0.800" / 12th fret - 0.980"

Fingerboard Radius: 10.00"

Nut Width: 1-11/16"

Scale Length: 24 3/4"

Electronics: The pickups were replaced with Bare Knuckle Stormy Mondays. There is a three way pickup switch, two volume controls, and two tone controls.

Pickup Measurements: Neck - 8.3k ohms, Bridge - 13.9k ohms

Hardware: Th bridge is original. The guitar originally had a vibrola tremolo. This has been removed and a stop tailpiece has been installed. The volume and tone knobs have been replaced. The tuners were replaced. A brass nut has been installed.

Weight: 7 lbs 4 oz

Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is nicely aged and worn. The finish is glossy with plenty of scratches, chips, fading, checking, and dents throughout. There are holes below the bridge where a vibrola tailpiece was removed. There are two holes near the volume and tone knobs where two mini switches were removed. The hardware is nicely aged. There are multiple visible repaired cracks. "CDL-N5679547" has been scratched into the back of the headstock.

Modifications/Repairs: The pickups have been replaced. The guitar originally had a vibrola tremolo. This has been removed and a stop tailpiece has been installed. Two mini switches were installed between the volume and tone controls and have since been removed. Volume and tone knobs have been replaced. Tuners have been replaced. A brass nut has been installed. There is a repaired hairline crack in the treble side cutaway. There is a repaired crack in the treble side waist. There is a repaired crack on the side and back of the body on the bass side lower bout. These repairs are stable and not affecting playability.

Serial Number: 259441

Tech Notes: This guitar plays well with low action. The frets are tall with moderate play wear.

Case Details: Original Hardshell Case