Up for sale is a stunning, player-ready 1963 Gibson SG Junior. If you are looking for that unmistakable golden-era P-90 growl paired with an unmolested factory-original electronics harness, this is it. I have just gotten the guitar back from prestigious luthier David Neely who re-strung and set up everything for best playability. He cleaned up the pots, fingerboard, control cavity, replaced set screw on the bridge and told me the guitar was extremely desirable and a good solid deal at the price I am asking.

The Electronics & Hardware (100% Factory Original): The control cavity of this guitar is an absolute time capsule.  It has never been modified or messed with.  The factory solder joints are heavily pooled and completely untouched since leaving Kalamazoo in 1963,

Capacitor:  Original reddish-brown Centralab ceramic disc capacitor, perfectly stamped with .022 50V and the iconic factory underlined “Circle 2” logo.

Jack: Original Switchcraft ¼” mono jack with the factory black shiny protective sleeve over the braided wire.

Knobs: Original early- ‘60s black ribbed “top hat” reflector knobs featuring the period-correct blank silver inserts. One screw is missing from pick guard. See picture.

Pickup: Original high-output Gibson P-90 that sounds incredible.

Serial Number: The 5-digit serial number 84117 is clearly and deeply impressed into the wood on the back of the headstock, placing its manufacture and shipping date firmly in the calendar year of 1963.

Weight: This guitar is an absolute featherweight masterpiece at 5 lbs. 12 oz.   

Finish & Color: The original translucent cherry red finish has aged beautifully over the last 60+ years, naturally fading to a rich warm brown/oxblood patina as is textbook for Gibson’s historic 1960s aniline dyes.

Headstock Face & Finish: The front face of the headstock was clearly oversprayed/refinished in black lacquer at some point in its life, meaning the original gold silk-screened “Gibson” logo is no longer present.  One of the natural factory “wing seams” from Gibson’s original 1960s multi-piece headstock construction is visible near the tuning pegs, but the wood is 100% structurally intact with zero breaks or repairs.

Included Logo Decal: I am including an unapplied, high-quality metallic gold vinyl Gibson headstock decal (40mm wide, sourced from a reputable restoration supplier in the UK in 2011).  I chose to leave it unapplied so the next owner can decide exactly how they wish to handle the visual restoration. Also included is a strap, set of strings, etc. (See pictures)

Bridge & Intonation: The guitar is currently fitted with the original factory nickel plated "lightning bar" wraparound bridge. A high-quality modern tuneable wraparound bridge is included which when attached provides perfect individual string intonation and modern playability.

Case: The original flimsy chipboard case was replaced years ago with a sturdy, modern Gibson hardshell case that fits the guitar perfectly and provides actual structural protection for gigging or transit.

Shipping: The guitar will be packed with the utmost care.  Strings will be de-tensioned, and the headstock will be fully braced and padded inside the modern Gibson hardshell case before being boxed securely for fully insured transport via Reverb Safe Shipping.

Please see all photos for a close-up look at the pristine, untouched electronics cavity, the natural finish fade, and the serial number.  Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.