This one goes to 11…

Rare Gem! Looks killer and plays like butter.

As a drummer who owns many guitars, I don't really play any of them all that often. . . . but they look killer as decoration in my smoke-free, climate-controlled studio. They do get some playing time by the musicians who come to jam and/or record. Therefore, I keep all my guitars in tune, feather dusted, fretboards dressed and will re-string them when necessary. All have had a professional set-up by my local Indianapolis Luthier Grandon Westlund (GW Basses).

I purchased this used at the local Guitar Center store in Indianapolis about 15? years ago. It reminded me of a guitar my friend owned back in the 80's. It took me a long while to track this one down.

I have not weighed this V, but it seems heavier than you'd expect. It sits well on the strap for easy access to all frets. Nice crunchy Gibson tone. The stock Kahler trem is a rare find for this era. (My friends '84 V had a Floyd Rose).

Condition: Very Good (Used)

With hard shell case

**Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.

Brand: Gibson

Model: Flying V with Kahler Vibrato and Offset Knobs

Finish: Black on Black

Solid Body

Year: 1989 Made In United States

Fretboard: Rosewood

Body Shape: V-Style

Neck Construction: Set-Neck

Locking Tremolo Bridge

Pickup Configuration: HH

Number of Frets: 22

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Important to note - During the first 30 days of listing (if it lasts that long) I will not have the "make an offer" active. If you are a serious buyer, please "message seller" and ask questions and/or provide rationale for any offer you might have.

Please understand: I am always open to discuss with a serious buyer, but have had way too many lowball offers on my listings over the years (I am sure you have also). I try to price it right on my first listing, but at times you, the buyer, might know more than me about what I am listing. It won't hurt my feelings. If I missed something, let's talk. I'm not one of those musicians who thinks they know everything about everything. . . .

Shipping:

Insured shipping only to a verified US address (unless otherwise specified in the auction shipping details).

Your package might not look beautiful, but will be packed like a tank and I'll take all possible shipping precautions.

·I don't try to make any profit on shipping or "handling". I just want the gear to get to you safe.

·I use the Reverb shipping calculator to be as accurate as possible.

·For heavy-duty boxes, I purchase these at Lowes.

·I will custom-make boxes at times to save costs at the buyers request.

·I try to use recycled boxes and packaging where possible.

Shipping Estimates are based on these “typical” considerations

·Electric Guitar Box: Generally, 50" x 20" x 8".

·Over-sized/Bass Box: Approximately 52" x 24" x 8".

·Other gear: I try to custom-make recycled boxes (Amazon, etc.) which minimize shipping costs but maintain high protection.  

·Weight Limit: I keep the total weight under 30 lbs for standard rates.

·Packing Material: Packed with enough padding (bubble wrap, peanuts, etc.) to prevent movement inside the box and optimal protection.