Gibson Les Paul Custom 1971 – Original Black Beauty

For sale: Gibson Les Paul Custom “Black Beauty” from 1971, completely original and in excellent condition. A genuine vintage instrument with the unmistakable tone and character of early‑’70s Customs.

Specifications

  • Year: 1971
  • Serial number: 683200
  • Finish: Ebony (gloss black)
  • Hardware: original gold, naturally aged patina
  • Pickups: original Gibson humbuckers with gold covers
  • Frets: “Fretless Wonder”, still playable
  • Weight: 4.4 kg
  • Case: original hard case with red plush interior
  • Electronics: untouched, fully original
  • Provenance: single owner before me, purchased from a certified Italian vintage dealer

Condition

Played with care, never abused. Normal age‑related wear consistent with a 50‑year‑old instrument — lacquer checking on the neck, light edge marks, and hardware patina. No cracks, breaks, or repairs. Rich, articulate tone — the true voice of an early‑’70s Custom.

Shipping

The instrument will be professionally packed, shipped with a premium courier, and fully insured for the full sale value. Insurance and packing costs are included in the shipping fee.

Seller’s Note

Serious inquiries only. This is a 1971 Les Paul Custom for those who truly know what they’re buying. I will be available for any questions or arrangements starting from August 25th.


This item is sold As-Described

This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.

Listed7 days ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • Les Paul Custom
Finish
  • Ebony
Categories
Year
  • 1971
Made In
  • United States
Fretboard Radius
  • 12"
Body Material
  • Mahogany
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Single Cutaway
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Model Family
Series
Model Sub-Family
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Nut Width
  • 1.6875"
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Color Family
  • Black
Number of Frets
  • 22

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