Description
Cosmetic Condition: Very cool vintage vibe! Structurally the guitar is in good shape. Cosmetically, however, it's a bit rough, specifically in regards to the binding. There is a lot of binding shrinkage - the worst of it being in the treble side F-hole & bass side of the neck. The guitar itself has various nicks, chips, dents & dings; surface scratches, weather checking & finish blemishes. The gold hardware has tarnished quite a bit on the tailpiece & tuners. The pickguard is missing as well as a couple of pieces from the fingerboard inlays. This guitar would make a great restoration project in terms of the binding issues. From a structural & playability standpoint, however, it's great! Nice action with a bright, snappy tone. Overall the guitar has a great look to it with a gorgeous patina.
Neck: Maple neck with some light flaming in it. Ebony fingerboard with mother of pearl hump block inlays. Original frets are in great shape with no wear. Bound headstock with mother of pearl logos & "chili pepper" inlays. Grover Imperial tuners in perfect working condition. 1 3/4" nut width; 25 1/2" scale length.
Body: Carved spruce top with dual F-holes. Maple sides, carved maple back with lots of brilliant bird's eye figuring. "G" cutout tailpiece with floating rosewood bridge. 18" lower bout; 12 1/2" upper bout; 3 3/4" depth.
Playability / Sound: Nice action & the neck plays well. Bright, snappy tone with lots of punch.
Case: Original hardshell case included.
