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Description
Description
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Finish Details: | Original finish. |
Body Material: | Mahogany |
Body Details: | Chambered mahogany body with laminated maple top. |
Neck Material: | Mahogany |
Fingerboard Material: | Ebony |
Neck Profile: | U |
Neck Thickness (IN): | 1st fret .856", 9th fret .897" |
Fingerboard Radius: | 12.00" |
Nut Width: | 1-11/16" |
Scale Length: | 24 5/8" |
Neck Details: | Set mahogany neck with bound ebony fingerboard and thumbnail inlays. The neck has been refretted and a new bone nut has been fitted. Several sections of binding have been reglued. |
Electronics: | Original pickups and electronics; two PAF Filter'Trons with three-position pickup selector and tone switches, master volume, and independent volumes for each pickup. The components and wiring are period correct with untouched solder joints. No pot codes are visible. |
Pickup Measurements: | Neck 4.75K, Bridge 4.10K |
Hardware: | The bridge has been replaced with a compensated aluminum bridge and a Bigsby has been installed. All other hardware is original. |
Weight: | 7lbs 8oz |
Modifications/Repairs: | The bridge and tailpiece have been replaced, and the neck has been refretted. A new nut has been fitted. Several sections of neck binding have been reglued. |
Case Details: | Original Hardshell Case |
Cosmetic Condition: | This vintage guitar is in good condition with wear consistent with its age. The finish is hazy and worn. There are lots of dings, dents, scratches, finish chips, and areas of wear throughout. The hardware has a present patina. The body binding is in good condition and shows not rot common in old Gretsches. The neck binding is cracked in numerous places. |
Serial Number: | 36324 |
Tech Notes: | The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are wide and tall, with minor surface wear in the first position. The serial number dates to 1960. |