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Summary

Finish: Original finish. The back of the headstock was refinished.

Body Material: Mahogany

Top Material: Maple

Neck Material: Mahogany

Neck Profile: C

Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret - 0.795" / 12th fret - 0.980"

Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"

Nut Width: 1-11/16"

Scale Length: 24 3/4"

Electronics: Original Gibson patent number sticker humbuckers, three way switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots. The only visible pot code dates to 1973.

Pickup Measurements: Neck - 7.4k ohms, Bridge - 7.7k ohms

Hardware: Original hardware except for replaced strap buttons and bridge.

Weight: 10 lbs 5 oz

Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson Les Paul is in good cosmetic condition with nice aging and wear. There are scratches, chips, and small dents throughout the body, neck, and headstock. The back of the body has buckle rash and finish chips nicely revealing the mahogany wood. The impression of a large "56" decal is just barely visible on the bass side lower bout of the top.

Modifications/Repairs: The fingerboard was refretted. At some point the tuners were replaced and the back of the headstock was refinished to cover up the holes so the original tuners could be reinstalled. There are imprints on the face of the headstock left over from the previous tuner bushings. The bridge was replaced and the original is inside the case.

Serial Number: 205731

Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action. The frets are tall with minimal wear. The serial number dates to 1973.

Case Details: Original Hardshell Case