Gibson Flying V2 – Original Boomerang Pickup System – Gold Hardware – OHSC – Late 70s / Early 80s

For sale is a highly original Gibson Flying V2 from the late 1970s to early 1980s production era. This is one of Gibson’s most distinctive and short-lived designs, featuring the iconic boomerang-style pickup system and sculpted hardware unique to the V2 model.

The guitar features a laminated maple and walnut body with a natural-toned finish that highlights the multi-layer construction along the edges. It is fitted with an ebony fingerboard and a black headstock displaying the original Gibson and V2 inlays.

This example retains its original gold-plated hardware and presents in very good vintage condition with normal cosmetic wear consistent with age. The control cavity shows original factory wiring and layout typical of early V2 production, with no evidence of modification.

Specifications:

Gibson Flying V2 (late 1979–early 1980s production era)

Original boomerang pickup system installed

Ebony fingerboard

Laminated maple/walnut body construction

Original gold-plated hardware

Black headstock with Gibson + V2 logo

Original Gibson hard shell case included

Included:

Guitar

Original Gibson hard shell case (OHSC)

Additional original boomerang-style pickup mounting hardware (spare set)

This is a rare opportunity to own one of Gibson’s most unusual and visually striking designs from its experimental era. The V2 has become increasingly collectible due to its short production run, unique engineering, and bold styling.

A strong example for collectors, players, or anyone interested in Gibson’s late-70s innovation period. Everything functions as it should and the guitar presents very well for its age.

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Listed3 months ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • Flying V2 II
Finish
  • Walnut
Categories
Year
  • 70's
Made In
  • United States
Model Sub-Family
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Body Shape
  • V-Style
Pickup Configuration
  • SS
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Series
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Color Family
  • Tan
Model Family
Number of Frets
  • 22

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Jim Johannessen

Coldwater, Canada
Joined Reverb:2017

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