How rare is UBER RARE!!!!

This is a true one-of-one Gibson Custom Shop prototype from the legendary Bozeman workshop, a uniquely crafted Chet Atkins SST ‘Artist’ Concept guitar, built to the highest standard by a master luthier and never released to the public.

Gibson Artist-Only’ guitars represent the most exclusive tier of instruments, and are not part of the standard production lines, or even standard Custom Shop limited editions. Instead, they are:

• Built only for endorsing artist
• Used in concept development
• Presented for artist review, and comment
• Crafted as high-level prototypes

This guitar carries the Sea Horse logo inlay on the headstock, the unmistakable mark of a top-tier Artist designation, reserved only for elite-level prototypes and private builds. There is no serial number, and the guitar is clearly marked “Prototype” inside the rear cavity. It was never made available to the public and remains a true one-off.

At the time of its creation, this Chet Atkins SST ‘Artist’ model was a cutting-edge fusion of acoustic tone and electric playability. It was among Gibson’s earliest forays into the now widely adopted slimline acoustic-electric hybrid format, offering:

• Rich, natural tone with zero feedback
• Superior stage performance
• Comfort, precision, and unmatched elegance

Bozeman’s master craftsmanship is evident in every detail, from the flamed Sitka spruce top to the abalone-bound body and premium electronics. The build quality rivals, or exceeds anything in Gibson’s production history.

Specifications

• Exclusive One-of-One Prototype – Not Serialised
• Sea Horse Inlay – Gibson ‘Artist’ Designation
• Bozeman Custom Shop Masterbuilt
• Solid Book-matched Flamed Sitka Spruce Top
• Solid Mahogany Back & Sides
• Mahogany Neck | Thin "C" Profile | Fully Bound
• Rosewood Fingerboard | MOP Crown Inlays
• Abalone Top & Sound Hole Binding
• Grover Gold Tuners
• Piezo Under-Saddle Pickup with Preamp Front-mounted: Volume, Tone, Frequency Cut/Boost
• Scale Length: 24.75"
• Nut Width: 1 11/16"
• Original Gibson TKL Hard Shell Case(Monogrammed, pink fur lining & silk shroud)

This guitar has been lightly played and lovingly maintained:

• No buckle rash or structural damage
• Minor polishing swirls and light handling marks only
• Frets are factory-original with minimal wear
• Fingerboard professionally cleaned and oiled
• Electronics are fully functional and studio-ready
• Set up by an independent luthier with low action for both rhythm and lead
• Currently strung with .010–.046 gauge strings, but easily accommodates lighter or heavier sets to taste.

Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description. Additional high-resolution images or details available upon request.

For the serious collector, discerning stage player, or high-end investor, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire a singular, museum-grade Gibson ‘Artist’, high quality prototype, master built in Bozeman, and never reproduced.

A true ‘Artist’ Concept guitar, clearly intended for internal, and artist evaluation, it represents an extraordinary fusion of aesthetic beauty, sonic innovation, and collectible rarity.

This is more than just a guitar — it’s a pivotal piece of Gibson history!

Delivery Conditions: This item will be carefully packed before being despatched using the best couriers and shall be fully insured by a separate dedicated transit insurance policy for the purchase amount. Please contact us for specific courier / insurance rates to your destination. No Returns

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