Westmeath, Ireland
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1978 Gibson Les Paul Custom – Tobacco Sunburst (Slash-Style) – Serial 72418528Offered here is a 1978 Gibson Les Paul Custom in a classic Tobacco Sunburst finish, very much in the Slash-style tradition, with serial number 72418528. This guitar is in very good overall condition, showing honest, visible wear from 47 years of real rock history — the kind you simply can’t fake.This is not a case-queen reissue. This is a player’s Custom that absolutely comes alive when plugged into a vintage Marshall — loud, aggressive, and unmistakably late-’70s Gibson.🔥 Highlights & Features1978 Gibson Les Paul CustomTobacco Sunburst finish (Slash-style aesthetic)Serial Number: 72418528First year of the modern Gibson serial number formatOne-piece carved maple topSolid mahogany bodyThree-piece maple neckEbony fretboard with block inlaysOriginal German Schaller-made Gibson tunersOriginal harmonica bridge (era-correct; easily swapped if desired)No neck breaks or neck repairs🎸 Condition & Modifications (Fully Disclosed)Very good condition with cosmetic wear consistent with ageVisible buckle rash on the backRefret completedBridge pickup replacedKnobs replacedStrap locks installedPickguard addedAll replacement parts are original Gibson components, and the guitar remains faithful to its vintage character while being a solid, reliable player.📜 ProvenancePurchased from Essex Recording Studios in 2020Previously owned by a collector in BruneiCarefully stored since acquisitionA detailed video from Keith at Essex Recording Studios (excellent guy and studio) is included in the listing, showing the guitar up close, including:Neck conditionHardwareFinish wearConstruction details🛠️ Recent Professional SetupRecently taken out for photography and professionally set up in October 2025 byPearson Instrument Repairs & Music Services (Wexford, Ireland):Electronics and hardware checked & cleanedFrets polishedFretboard oiledFresh strings installed ➡️ Plays beautifully and is ready to gig📦 Case & ExtrasOriginal Gibson “chainsaw” hardshell caseGibson vintage-style strapGibson polishing clothGuitar shipped securely packed inside the case shown⭐ Why This Guitar?If you’re considering spending similar money on a new Custom, this offers something no reissue can:nearly half a century of real history, wear, and attitude — with the sound and feel to match.Late-’70s Les Paul Customs continue to rise in demand, and with this guitar approaching its 50-year milestone, examples like this are only becoming harder to find.A true rock-and-roll Les Paul Custom — loud, honest, and full of character.Shipping & Sale Terms: This instrument is currently offered for sale within Europe only. Sale is completed exclusively through Reverb checkout to ensure full protection for both buyer and seller. Due to value and insurance requirements, international shipping outside Europe is not offered on this item.
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