1995 Gibson Les Paul ’57 Reissue Goldtop – Dark Back | Mint | Glaser PLEK’d | Early Historic

For sale is a 1995 Gibson Les Paul 1957 Reissue Goldtop in mint condition, featuring the rarer dark back finish and a recent PLEK setup performed by Joe Glaser’s shop in Nashville.

This is an early Historic reissue (pre-Custom Shop branding) built with outstanding craftsmanship and attention to detail. These mid-’90s R7s are becoming increasingly sought after for their tone, build quality, and understated vintage vibe.

Specs:

• Model: Les Paul 1957 Reissue
• Year: 1995
• Finish: Goldtop with dark back (mahogany)
• Body: Solid mahogany with carved maple top
• Neck: Mahogany, ’50s rounded profile, long neck tenon
• Fretboard: Rosewood
• Bridge: Vintage-correct ABR-1
• Tuners: Kluson-style
• Pickups: Gibson ’57 Classic humbuckers (original)
• Electronics: All original
• Weight: 9 lbs. 5 oz.
• Case: Original Gibson hardshell case included

Condition:

• Mint – No dings, breaks, or major wear
• 100% original parts and finish
• Recently PLEK’d and professionally setup at Joe Glaser’s (receipt can be included upon request)
• Frets are level and perfect, with ultra-smooth playability and ideal action

Notes:

• This guitar predates the COA era — Gibson did not issue COAs in 1995, and that’s completely normal for early Historics
• The dark back finish is less common and highly desirable among collectors
• Glaser’s PLEK and setup elevate this from “great” to “truly pro-level”

Shipping & Payment:

• Shipping to the continental U.S. only
• Will be packed carefully and fully insured
• Local pickup available near Cleveland, Ohio

Price: 

$5,500 OBO

Serious offers welcome — no trades, please.

Feel free to message with questions or requests for additional photos or video. Thanks for looking!