1962 Gibson SG Special, Polaris White, Made in Kalamazoo Michigan. Vibrola. OHC Cod. Gi121
 A stunning 1962 Gibson SG Special in Polaris white. According to the Gibson pricelist catalog from 1962, the color is simply referred to “White” and not “Polaris White”, but in common speech today the color is called “Polaris White”  This guitar is a true gem, boasting its originality and remarkable condition considering its age. The Polaris white finish remains clean, with some a light cobweb on the finish aging that add to its vintage character. There is some normal play wear but there are no cracks, breaks, or repairs, all electronics and parts are completely original, maintaining the guitar's authenticity. It features the original factory maestro vibrola. The 6x original Kluson tuners are all intact and works perfectly. The 2x P-90 pickups are well-balanced and healthy they sound out of this world: SUPER! The pots date 1962. The neck is straight and have minor play-wear but overall pretty clean. Frets and nut are in good shape with plenty of life left. The weight is 3.5 kg, comfortable neck shape for a '62 model, not too thin, just nice to play. It comes with its original Gibson black and yellow hard case, completing this exceptional package. One piece mahogany body in Polaris White. Mahogany bounded neck with Brazilian rosewood fretboard. Original Kluson Deluxe tuners, Original Gibson P-90 pickups. Original wiring.Original "small" pick guard and knobs. Nut Width 1-11/16 Neck Spec 1st Fret 0.83″ Neck Spec 12th Fret 0.89″   Comes in Original Gibson black/yellow hard case

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Brand
Model
  • SG Special with Vibrola
Finish
  • Polaris Whitr
Categories
Year
  • 1962
Made In
  • United States
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Pickup Configuration
  • SS
Body Material
  • Mahogany
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Color Family
  • White
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Model Sub-Family
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Tremolo Tailpiece
Model Family
Number of Frets
  • 22

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