Offered for sale is this beautiful 2006 Gibson Custom Shop Historic Collection 1958 Les Paul Standard Reissue (R8), finished in a classic vintage-style Sunburst. Serial number 861023 identifies it as a 1958 Reissue produced in 2006.

This is an excellent example of Gibson's Historic Collection, combining authentic late-1950s construction with the outstanding craftsmanship that has made these Custom Shop reissues so highly regarded. Featuring a carved maple top, solid mahogany body and neck, rosewood fingerboard, and the substantial late-'50s neck profile, this R8 delivers the feel, tone, and response that players expect from Gibson's flagship Historic instruments.

During our inspection, we verified several hallmark Historic features, including the long neck tenon, R8 control cavity stamp, and factory-style Historic construction throughout.

The guitar is equipped with a matched pair of Gibson humbuckers individually marked:

• #1 Wound By PS (Neck)
• #2 Wound By PS (Bridge)

Both pickups retain their Patent Applied For decals, matching handwritten "Burst B" markings, and traditional braided leads.

The control cavity was also inspected. All four potentiometers carry the matching factory code:

440-70501 0633

indicating manufacture during the 33rd week of 2006, consistent with the guitar's production year and supporting the originality of the electronics.

Weighing in at 9 lbs. 4 oz., this R8 has the substantial feel many players appreciate while remaining well balanced on a strap.

Condition

This guitar is in excellent overall condition and has clearly been well cared for. It does show minor cosmetic play wear and a few small imperfections consistent with careful use, but nothing that detracts from its appearance, playability, or overall presentation. It appears most of the small blemishes live on the face of the headstock from less than careful re-stringing.

If you would like close-up photographs of any blemishes or specific areas of the guitar, please don't hesitate to ask. We're happy to provide additional detailed photos so you can purchase with complete confidence.

Setup & Playability

This guitar has been thoroughly inspected and professionally set up prior to listing.

Current setup:

• Bass E: 4/64"
• Treble E: 3/64"

The guitar plays exceptionally well with a fast, comfortable feel while maintaining excellent clarity and sustain across the fingerboard.

Features

• 2006 Gibson Custom Shop Historic Collection
• 1958 Les Paul Standard Reissue (R8)
• Vintage-style Sunburst finish
• Carved Maple Top
• Solid Mahogany Body
• Solid Mahogany Neck
• Rosewood Fingerboard
• Long Neck Tenon
• Historic "R8" Control Cavity Stamp
• Matched Gibson "Wound By PS" Humbuckers
• Patent Applied For Pickup Decals
• Traditional Braided Wiring
• Bumble Bee-style Capacitors
• Matching 2006-dated Factory Potentiometers
• Gibson Deluxe Tuners
• Weight: 9 lbs. 4 oz.
• Original Gibson Custom Shop Hardshell Case

As with all of our instruments, this guitar has been thoroughly inspected and professionally set up prior to listing, ensuring that it arrives ready to be enjoyed.

This is a wonderful opportunity to own a well-preserved Historic Collection R8 with verified period-correct construction, outstanding playability, and the unmistakable tone that has made Gibson's Historic Reissue line one of the benchmarks for vintage-inspired Les Pauls.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions or requests for additional photographs. We're always happy to help.

Professionally packed and shipped with care.