For sale is a vintage G&L SC-3 from the legendary Leo Fender era (circa 1984–1987). This is a "Second Style" model, featuring the more aggressive, Strat-like horns and a slab body that replaced the original rounded Mustang-style shape in early 1984. This model represents the transition of the SC series into a more professional, "hot-rodded" workhorse. 


Materials & Construction:

  • Body Wood: Solid 2-piece Maple or Poplar (standard for mid-80s SC models).
  • Neck Wood: North American Hard Rock Maple.
  • Fingerboard Material: Typically Maple or Rosewood (please refer to photos for your specific board).
  • Nut Material: Period-correct Plastic.
  • Bridge Materials: Hardened steel bridge plate with cold-rolled steel bolts and massive brass inserts anchored into the body. Includes a machined aluminum tremolo arm.
  • Pickup Components: Ceramic block magnets with steel pole pieces (the secret to the MFD's high-output clarity).
  • Hardware Finish: Chrome-plated steel. 

Technical Specifications:

  • Scale Length: 25 1/2 inches.
  • Number of Frets: 22 medium-jumbo frets.
  • Fingerboard Radius: 7.5 inches (Standard Leo Fender era radius).
  • Nut Width: 1 5/8 inches.
  • Neck Profile: Slender "Slim C" shape.

Condition & Features:

  • Refinished: The body was refinished by a previous owner in a transparent burgundy color. This is an amateur refinish, not professional work. It has a rustic, hand-applied look that shows the wood grain but lacks the high-gloss factory finish.
  • Cosmetic Condition: The guitar shows plenty of "mojo" with visible scratches and dings throughout the body and headstock, as seen in the photos.
  • Electronics: Original G&L electronics including a 5-way pickup selector and master volume/tone controls. 
  • Hardware: Features original G&L-branded tuners for superior stability.

Why This Guitar?

The Second Style SC-3 is prized by players for its more modern feel and balanced body shape compared to the original 1982 version. While original-condition examples from this era typically sell for $900–$1,500, this "player's grade" instrument is priced lower due to the non-professional refinish and cosmetic wear. It is a fantastic entry point into the world of vintage USA-made G&L guitars. 

Includes the original hardware as pictured. Sold as-is. No case.

Listed4 days ago
ConditionGood (Used)
Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • SC-3
Finish
  • Burgundy (refinished)
Categories
Year
  • 1984-1987
Made In
  • United States
Pickup Configuration
  • SSS
Color Family
  • Blue
Body Shape
  • Double Cutaway
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Tremolo Bridge
Offset Body
  • Offset Body
Neck Construction
  • Bolt-On
Number of Frets
  • 22

Product safety information may be available here.

Tim's Gear Emporium

Soquel, CA, United States
Joined Reverb:2019

Reverb Protection

Simple Returns, Secure Transactions, Human Support

Learn more

Secure Checkout

Promoted similar listings













Product reviews

Reverb Gives

Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music.

Oops, looks like you forgot something. Please check the fields highlighted in red.