Checking out a 1998 Gibson Les Paul r7 historic

Guitar has checking , no cracks or breaks !

Pots at some point were replaced and bridge ( all stock parts included in sale )

Features of a 1998 R7 Historic 

• Model: '57 Reissue Les Paul Goldtop
• Weight: Typically under 9 pounds, often around 8.88.8 to 8.108.10 pounds
• Pickups: Original '57 Classic humbuckers, known for a woody tone
• Neck Profile: 1950s-style, which some describe as slightly smaller than later reissues
• Case: Original first-generation black Custom Shop hard case
• Distinguishing features: May include a "dark back" finish on certain models. Some users report a rose tint on the switch washer and green-tinted tuner knobs. 

Why this model is popular 

• "Good wood era": This period is sometimes referred to as part of the "good wood era" for Gibson Custom Shop guitars.
• Early reissues: They are considered a desirable era for the R7 reissue, predating later changes to pickups and electronics.
• Sound and feel: Many players praise the sound and feel of these guitars, with some describing the neck pickup's tone as distinct from modern reissues.
• Quality: Some guitarists believe these early Custom Shop models hold their own or can even be superior to some newer historic models in terms of quality, sound, and playability.