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Summary
Finish: The finish is original and very clean for its age. It has possibly been buffed at some point, but most likely has just been well-preserved.
Body Material: Mahogany Body
Body Details: Solid mahogany body
Neck Material: Mahogany Neck
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: Medium D
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st – 0.80″ 12th – 0.89″
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00″
Nut Width: 1-5/8″
Scale Length: 24-3/4″
Neck Details: Glossy mahogany neck with bound Brazilian rosewood fingerboard and pearloid dot inlays
Electronics: Original Gibson soapbar P90 pickups, pots, and wiring. The pots have 1959 codes. The controls include a 3-way pickup selector and independent volume and tone pots for each pickup.
Pickup Measurements: Neck – 7.90kΩ Bridge – 8.02kΩ
Hardware: Original tuners, bridge, knobs, and bottom strap button. The pickguard is a reproduction part and the neck heel strap button has been replaced.
Weight: 7 lbs 15 oz
Modifications / Repairs: The pickguard and upper strap button have been replaced
Case Details: The guitar has a new Gibson hardshell case and the original chipboard case is included
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is extremely clean for its age. The original glossy finish has only light scratches, minimal checking, and a few small dings throughout. The hardware has light wear.
Serial Number: 01613
Tech Notes: Plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The truss rod is adjustable. The frets are tall and show little sign of play wear. The pot codes date to 1959 and the serial number dates to 1960.