This is the one to own. i am the original owner this is serial number 1 with Joes signature and Joe also marked the serial number. Yes this is serial number one of the entire released lot. Strap lock plugs are installed original in case. New jack plate installed original in case. I have original Gibson box. 2016 Joe and Seymour Duncan set out to replicate the humbuckers that were in Joes skinner. Only 800 made. Set #175 is installed in this guitar. The guitar is in mint aged condition by Tom Murphy.

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Realized through the collaboration between Joe Bonamassa himself and the Gibson Custom Shop, the Skinnerburst represents over 50 years of Les Paul guitar heritage in a Custom Tom Murphy Aged model that allows the original characteristics of Joe's original 1959 guitar to shine in all it's glory.

Also known as 'Principal Skinner', this replica of the original '59 Les Paul captures the colour, design, weight and feel with stunning attention detail. Known for it's unique, bluesy voice, "Skinnerburst" is exceptionally well balanced and Joe is well known to flaunt it's capabilities both on stage and in the studio.

This Les Paul Aged & Signed is a marvel, both in terms of manufacture and weight and especially obviously sound and playing comfort. Yes, really, these Aged & Signed are above the rest. In addition it this is an aging done by Tom Murphy, it is the pinnacle. instrument has a superb top, with regular flames and large pronounced veins.

The guitar is in its original Gibson Custom Shop aged by Murphy condition and has only been played by me and never gigged with. A studio queen. This superb and rare Gibson Les Paul Skinner Burst Aged & Signed comes with its original case, documents, COA and hangtags.

Historically accurate binding colors, aged cellulose trapezoid inlays, hot-hide glue neck construction, and period-correct hardware all complement a breathtaking rendition of Joe’s constant stage and studio companion. Only 50 were treated to Gibson Custom’s aging process by Tom Murphy and personally signed and played by Joe Bonamassa. And yea this is 1 of the 50.

Serial# Joe labeled #1 yes this is the holy grail of the Gibson Skinner release.

Weight 8lbs 11.9oz

FEATURESJoe Bonamassa Skinnerburst 1959 Les Paul Aged and Signed serial number 1 Features:

• Hand Signed and Played by Joe Bonamassa 
• Aged by Tom Murphy Skinnerburst Dirty Lemon Finish 
• One-Piece Mahogany Body 
• Two-Piece Figured Maple Top 
• One-Piece Mahogany Neck 
• Indian Rosewood Fretboard with Aged Cellulose Trapezoid Inlays 
• '59 Les Paul Holly Head Veneer with Open "O" and Open "B" Gibson Logo 
• Custom skinner burst humbuckers installed serial 175 of 800 signed by Joe and Seymour
• Kluson Deluxe Green Keys, Single Band 
• Gold Top Hat Knobs 
• Nickel ABR-1 Bridge with Thumbwheels 
• Lightweight Aluminum Stopbar Tailpiece 
• Original Spec Guitar

INCLUDES

• Gibson Hard Shell Case 
• Certificate of Authenticity
• Will be shipped in original box and then double boxed