1981 Gibson Flying V BAHAMA BLUE w Original Case | Vintage Mahogany Vee! CUSTOM COLOR VERY RARE

1981 Gibson Flying V BAHAMA BLUE w Original Case, 100% Original!

Here is an extremely rare 1981 Gibson Flying V in Bahama Blue, one of the coolest and hardest-to-find custom colors Gibson offered during the early '80s. This one also features the bound fingerboard, a detail that was largely specific to 1981 and one of the things collectors look for on these guitars.

Over the years, the clear coat has aged beautifully, giving the original Bahama Blue finish more of a green/teal appearance. It has an incredible vintage vibe and really sets this Flying V apart from the crowd.

The guitar appears to be 100% original aside from the strap buttons. It comes with two correct sets of knobs, including the factory-original amber speed knobs, which are included with the guitar.

Condition is Very Good overall with honest playwear throughout. There is some finish wear along the back edge, along with a few light dings and scratches here and there as shown in the photos. Small fissure of one of the tuner holes. It's not collector-grade, but that's part of what makes it so appealing—it's an exceptionally rare Flying V that you can actually enjoy playing instead of just looking at.

At only 6.3 lbs., it's remarkably lightweight, well-balanced, and a joy to play.

It comes complete with the original Gibson hardshell case as shown.

The Details

• Condition: Very Good
• Originality: Original aside from the strap buttons
• Finish: Bahama Blue (Beautifully Aged)
• Notes: Rare custom color; desirable 1981 bound fingerboard; includes original amber knobs and second correct knob set

Playability & Sound

This is everything you'd want from a great early-'80s Flying V. It's incredibly lightweight at just 6.3 lbs., balances beautifully on a strap, and has the lively, resonant feel that makes these guitars so much fun to play. It has plenty of bite, sustain, and classic Gibson humbucker tone, making it equally at home on stage or in a serious collection.

Specifications

• Brand: Gibson
• Model: Flying V
• Year: 1981
• Finish: Bahama Blue Custom Color
• Fingerboard: Bound Rosewood
• Originality: Original aside from the strap buttons
• Knobs: Factory Original Amber Speed Knobs Included (plus second correct set)
• Weight: 6.3 lbs.
• Case: Original Gibson Hardshell Case

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