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Summary
Finish Details: Original
Body Material: Mahogany Body
Body Details: Solid one piece mahogany body
Neck Material: Mahogany Neck
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: "D" profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .82" (1st fret), .88" (12th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 10.00" to
Nut Width: 1-5/8"
Scale Length: 24 1/2"
Neck Details: Set-in mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood fretboard and dot inlays. The neck has been partially refretted, with the first three frets being a smaller size than the rest of the neck. These first three may be original. The seventh fret inlay dot has been replaced.
Electronics: Original Gibson P90 pickup and electronics, with master volume/tone controls. A few solder joints appear to have been touched up. The pot codes date to 1960.
Pickup Measurements: 6.7k
Hardware: Original; the D tuner shaft is bent, but is still functional.
Weight: 6 lbs 6 oz
Modifications/Repairs: The neck has been partially refretted, and the seventh fret dot has been replaced.
Case Details: Hardshell case
Cosmetic Condition: The guitar shows nice aging; the finish has faded and yellowed over time to a satin brown. The original cherry red is visible beneath the pickguard. The finish has many small dings and blemishes, particularly along the sides of the bass and treble bouts, and the back has moderate buckle rash. The finish on the back of the neck has worn, and has small dings throughout. The headstock face has moderate wear as well.
Serial Number: 06641
Tech Notes: Plays well with low action; the neck has a slight S-curve near the nut, and light relief toward the body end of the neck, but the guitar has been set up to accommodate this. The first three frets are low with minor wear, and the subsequent frets are slightly larger with minor wear. The pot codes and serial number date to 1960.
