For sale is a rare 1998 Gibson Custom Shop Historic ‘59 Reissue Les Paul in a breathtaking Heritage Cherry Sunburst Flame Top, complete with its original hard-shell case. This guitar offers an incredible balance of collectible value and exceptional playability, embodying the iconic Les Paul appeal. Coming from the legendary "good wood" era (1993-1999), this guitar features one of the stunning flame tops for which these models are celebrated—truly a showpiece that stands apart in any collection.

Although the guitar has been played, it remains in very good condition. You’ll find some light scratches, dings from regular use, an extra strap button hole on the bottom, and some wear on the back, but these imperfections are purely cosmetic and do not affect its performance. I confidently rate its condition at 8.5 out of 10. Please note that the guitar does not come with paperwork, as Gibson did not issue certificates of authenticity for this model in 1998.

All components are original, with no cracks, repairs, or structural issues. The neck is straight, and the original frets show only minimal wear, providing a smooth, buzz-free playing experience.

For transparency, detailed photos of the guitar’s wear and condition are provided. The guitar shown in the listing is the exact one you will receive—no stock photos are used.

Thank you for considering this rare 1998 Gibson Custom Shop Historic ‘59 Reissue Les Paul in Heritage Cherry Sunburst Flame Top. Should you have any questions or need more information, please feel free to reach out. Your interest is greatly appreciated!

  • Serial Number: 9 8173
  • Nut Width: 1.68"
  • 1st Fret Depth: 0.88"
  • 12th Fret Depth: 0.98"
  • Neck Type: Chunky 50's
  • Finger Board: Rosewood
  • Pickups: '57 Classics
  • Weight: 8 pounds 14 ounces

We take great pride in sharing this exceptional instrument with you. With over 17 years of experience in selling guitars both in Salt Lake City and online, we've garnered a reputation for delivering nothing short of quality. Every instrument that passes through our hands is meticulously inspected and set up by our skilled luthier.

Should you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to reach out. You can call, text, or message us.

Jerald
Guitar Chimp 🎸

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Listed8 months 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
  • Custom Shop Historic Collection '59 Les Paul Plaintop Reissue
Finish
  • Heritage Cherry Sunburst Flame Top
Categories
Year
  • 1998
Made In
  • United States
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Model Sub-Family
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Single Cutaway
Model Family
Finish Pattern
  • Sunburst
Color Family
  • Red
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Series
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Pickup Configuration
  • HH
Number of Frets
  • 22

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