Gibson ES-335 Cherry 1969

Description

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Summary

Finish: Original finish.

Body Material: Maple

Top Material: Maple

Neck Material: Mahogany

Neck Profile: C

Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.83" 12th - 1.02"

Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"

Nut Width: 1-9/16"

Scale Length: 24 3/4"

Electronics: The neck pickup has been replaced with a non-original patent number sticker humbucker. Some solder joints have been retouched. The bridge pickup is an original patent number sticker humbucker. The guitar has these two humbuckers, a three-way selector switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots.

Pickup Measurements: neck - 6.4 kΩ, bridge - 6.0 kΩ

Hardware: The tuners have been replaced with Grovers and the original tailpiece has been replaced with a stoptail. The neck has been refretted. The pickguard has been replaced and a small wooden riser has been installed under it. All other hardware is original.

Weight: 8 lbs 2 oz

Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with checking throughout and some small dings. The top and end around the strap button show empty screw holes from the original Bigsby tailpiece. The back of the body shows light buckle rash. The inlays in the fingerboard have been thinned out due to the replaning, with the seventh partially cracking away. The back of the headstock shows the footprints and empty screw holes of the original tuners. The Gibson logo and headstock inlay have their defining lines worn away and are now just solid shapes. The edges of the headstock are well worn, with some chips. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age.

Modifications/Repairs: The neck pickup has been replaced with a non-original patent number sticker humbucker. Some solder joints have been retouched. The tuners have been replaced with Grovers and the original tailpiece has been replaced with a stoptail. The neck has been planed and refretted. The pickguard has been replaced and a small wooden riser has been installed under it.

Serial Number: 850884

Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium with minor play wear. The serial number dates to 1969.

Case Details: Original Hardshell Case

Chicago Music Exchange

Year 1969

Make Gibson

Model ES-335 ES-335 Gibson ES-335 Gibson Vintage ES-335

Condition Good

Case

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