John Birch Guitars Tony Iommi UK Doublecut 70ties - Natural

John Birch Double Cut – 1970s – Vintage Relic – Zemaitis Abraxas Pickups

For sale is a rare and highly collectible John Birch Double Cut electric guitar from the 1970s, built by the legendary British luthier John Birch, whose instruments are closely associated with Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath. John Birch guitars played a significant role in shaping the sound of early heavy metal, and are sought after by collectors and players alike.

This example has seen decades of honest use and now wears a heavily relic'd, road-worn appearance, with extensive finish wear, checking, dings, scratches and patina throughout. The guitar has a fantastic vintage vibe and looks every bit the part of a well-played 1970s instrument.

Specifications / Features

• Original 1970s John Birch Double Cut body
• Natural finish
• Set neck construction
• Dual humbucker configuration
• Fitted with a pair of high-quality Zemaitis "Abraxas" humbuckers
• Individual pickup on/off mini switches
• Volume and tone controls
• Vintage-style bridge
• Non-original tuning machines (currently fitted and functioning correctly)

Condition

The guitar is in heavily used relic condition. There is substantial cosmetic wear across the entire instrument, including finish loss, scratches, dents and signs of age consistent with a guitar that has been played extensively over several decades. Please study the photos carefully, as they form part of the description.

The non-original tuners were installed at some point in the guitar's life. The Zemaitis Abraxas pickups are also a later upgrade and provide a powerful, articulate tone perfectly suited for classic rock and heavy metal.

Tone & Playability

The guitar delivers the aggressive, punchy character one would expect from a vintage British-built instrument. The Zemaitis Abraxas pickups offer excellent output, clarity and sustain, making this guitar equally at home with classic Sabbath-inspired riffs, hard rock, blues or modern high-gain tones.

About John Birch

John Birch was one of the most influential custom guitar builders in Britain. His instruments were used by numerous professional musicians, most famously Tony Iommi, who relied on John Birch guitars and pickups during some of Black Sabbath's most iconic years. As a result, original John Birch instruments have become increasingly difficult to find and highly desirable among collectors.

A rare opportunity to acquire a genuine piece of British guitar history with undeniable vintage character and stage presence.