Definitely one of Gibson's best decisions was the reintroduction of the Gibson SG Custom in a Walnut finish, with a white pickguard, chrome hardware, and three pickups. Irresistible. Today we want to present this incredible 1968 example in excellent condition, both aesthetically and functionally, with just the right amount of relicing. The guitar has had just a few owners in the last 57 years, which is evident in the even wear on the pickup covers. The serial number dates it to 1969, and 1968 is reflected in the specs, such as the lack of a volute, a one-piece mahogany neck, and no 'Made in USA' stamp. This guitar has a spectacular feel, with a nice medium size neck and just the right depth. Its 3 Pat. # stickered pickups project a warm sound with perfect clarity. Good bass in the neck and defined treble in the bridge. Its white pearl block inlaid Ebony fingerboard & cool headstock overlay are top line traits. This example usually came from the factory not with Gold hardware, but with factory Chrome parts. She is wearing a set of double line/metal button Kluson Deluxe tuners that could be period correct (but may have worn a set of Deluxe ribbed back tuners originally) & 4 Witch Hat volume & tone knobs. Its original large white pickgard is quite clean & its long Maestro Vibrato finishes her off nicely. She's excellent overall, a featherweight under 7 lbs. & comes in its original black tolex/yellow lined square hard case.

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Listed8 days ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • SG Custom "Large Guard" with Maestro Vibrola
Finish
  • Walnut
Categories
Year
  • 1969
Made In
  • United States
Color Family
  • Brown
Model Sub-Family
Body Material
  • Mahogany
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Pickup Configuration
  • HHH
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Tremolo Tailpiece
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Model Family
Number of Frets
  • 22

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