Center Stage Vintage Guitars is very proud to offer one of the most striking Gretsches we've ever seen: this 1956 Silver Jet!

This is a remarkably clean example, with the main condition issues being confined largely to the back such as an area where the finish has bubbled up on the bout, some dents, dings, and impressions and edgewear.

The wood around the 17th fret inlay appears to have been patched up for some reason and the metal on the bridge pickup has started to tarnish thanks to the off gassing of the pickup spacer. There's also an area near the pickguard bracket where the binding is starting to pull away.

The Dynasonic pickups, knobs and switches all function as intended and are original to the guitar, as is the Melita bridge. The frets are low and have some wear the guitar still plays cleanly throughout with a great neck angle that allows for super low, even action.

  • Nut width: 1.76"
  • Neck depth at first fret: .83"
  • Neck depth at 12th: 1.00"
  • Weight: 7lbs 1.4oz

Comes freshly setup and expertly packed in the original hardshell case. More pictures are available upon request. Feel free to reach out with any questions about this stunning Jet!

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Listed2 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
  • 6129 Silver Jet
Finish
  • Silver Sparkle
Categories
Year
  • 1953 - 1956
Made In
  • United States
Finish Style
  • Metallic
Fretboard Material
  • Rosewood
Pickup Configuration
  • SS
Body Material
  • Mahogany
Neck Construction
  • Set-Neck
Color Family
  • Silver
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Single Cutaway
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Wood Top Style
  • Plain
Model Family
  • Gretsch Jet
Body Type
  • Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type
  • Stop-Bar
Scale Length
  • 24.75"
Top Material
  • Maple
Model Sub-Family
  • Gretsch Sparkle Jet
Number of Frets
  • 22

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