This item is a "B-Stock Guitar" directly purchased from the manufacturer ESP/LTD. It is NEW Stock that has never been owned. Pictures are of the actual guitar you will receive.

A "B-Stock Guitar" is a guitar that won't have structural or playability issues but could possibly have some particular minor cosmetic flaw which can keep it from passing the rigorous inspection process put in place by the guitar manufacturer. These guitars do not come with manufacture warranty.

on this guitar I personally did not see the blemish. However, just because I did not notice it does not mean there is not a small cosmetic flaw somewhere on the guitar. This was sold to us as a B-Stock for a reason where ever that reason is it is small in nature. (see pictures)

ESP LTD KH-V Kirk Hammett Signature – Metallic Gold w/ Case

Here’s your chance to own the KH-V, the latest addition to the Kirk Hammett Signature Series from ESP. As the legendary lead guitarist of Metallica, Kirk has trusted ESP for decades—and this guitar is built to meet the highest professional standards for tone, feel, and performance.

This model features a sleek Metallic Gold finish with gold hardware and a cream pickguard, delivering a standout look that matches its powerful sound.

Features:

• Neck-thru-body construction for exceptional sustain and access
• 25.5" scale with a lightweight korina body
• 3-piece maple neck with an Extra Thin U profile for fast playability
• Macassar ebony fingerboard with pearloid wave inlays and 24 extra-jumbo frets
• Powered by EMG Bone Breaker signature pickups – BB-N (neck, alnico 5) and BB-B (bridge, ceramic) – for versatile, high-output tones
• TonePros locking TOM bridge with string-thru-body design
• LTD locking tuners keep your tuning rock solid

Controls:

• Master Volume
• Master Tone
• 3-Way Toggle Selector

Strung with D'Addario XL110s (.010–.046) and includes a form-fit ESP deluxe hardshell case (V-Alexi).

This guitar delivers everything you’d expect from a Metallica-inspired axe—crushing tone, premium craftsmanship, and killer looks.