Gibson ES-355 Cherry 1963
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 - 0.81" 12th - 0.91"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Electronics: Original electronics. The guitar has two patent number sticker humbuckers, a three-way selector switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots. The sticker is missing on the neck pickup. This guitar is a rare model with a mono output and no Varitone switch.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 7.6 kΩ, bridge - 7.7 kΩ
Hardware: The switch tip has been replaced. All other hardware is original.
Weight: 8 lbs 15 oz
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged nicely and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with light surface scratching and some small finish chips. The sides, back, neck, and headstock show some light checking. The treble side corner of the headstock shows a chip taken out of the wood. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age.
Modifications/Repairs: The switch tip has been replaced.
Serial Number: 118351
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium width and low with minor play wear. The serial number dates to 1963.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Summary
Finish: Original finish.
Body Material: Maple
Top Material: Maple
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.81" 12th - 0.91"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Electronics: Original electronics. The guitar has two patent number sticker humbuckers, a three-way selector switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots. The sticker is missing on the neck pickup. This guitar is a rare model with a mono output and no Varitone switch.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 7.6 kΩ, bridge - 7.7 kΩ
Hardware: The switch tip has been replaced. All other hardware is original.
Weight: 8 lbs 15 oz
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged nicely and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with light surface scratching and some small finish chips. The sides, back, neck, and headstock show some light checking. The treble side corner of the headstock shows a chip taken out of the wood. The metal hardware is lightly tarnished with age.
Modifications/Repairs: The switch tip has been replaced.
Serial Number: 118351
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium width and low with minor play wear. The serial number dates to 1963.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case