Early 1965 Gibson ES-355 TDC, factory mono with a wide 42mm nut. Exceptional condition, cherry red finish, mahogany neck with an ebony fretboard, block position inlays and gold plated hardware. All parts appear to be original to the guitar as does the case. The gold plating on the pickup covers and maestro show far less corrosion than the tuners and ABR-1 bridge, I believe this is the result of different types of plating used in the transitional year of 1965.
It's fitted with powerful patent number pickups which are nicely balanced. It's also a lively sounding guitar when played acoustically. There are a couple of small dings at the top corners on the back of the headstock but otherwise theres very little in the way of play wear or marks. The body is almost entirely free of dings/marks except some very light light scuffs in the finish, which are mainly on the back of the body. The cherry finish remains very vibrant. The frets are in excellent condition having been cleaned and dressed in our workshop.
This guitar has been set up in our workshop with a fresh set of strings and low action. The pot dates are obscured by solder, the black beauty caps are present and the solder is untouched. Weight 9 lb 2.5 oz. Serial 346171 . Nut width: 42 mm. Depth at 1st fret: 21 mm. 3-month warranty included.
| Condition |
Exceptional 9.25/10 |
| Case | OHSC |
| Weight | 9 lbs 2.5 oz |
| Serial Number |
346171 |
Early 1965 Gibson ES-355 TDC, factory mono with a wide 42mm nut. Exceptional condition, cherry red finish, mahogany neck with an ebony fretboard, block position inlays and gold plated hardware. All parts appear to be original to the guitar as does the case. The gold plating on the pickup covers and maestro show far less corrosion than the tuners and ABR-1 bridge, I believe this is the result of different types of plating used in the transitional year of 1965.
It's fitted with powerful patent number pickups which are nicely balanced. It's also a lively sounding guitar when played acoustically. There are a couple of small dings at the top corners on the back of the headstock but otherwise theres very little in the way of play wear or marks. The body is almost entirely free of dings/marks except some very light light scuffs in the finish, which are mainly on the back of the body. The cherry finish remains very vibrant. The frets are in excellent condition having been cleaned and dressed in our workshop.
This guitar has been set up in our workshop with a fresh set of strings and low action. The pot dates are obscured by solder, the black beauty caps are present and the solder is untouched. Weight 9 lb 2.5 oz. Serial 346171 . Nut width: 42 mm. Depth at 1st fret: 21 mm. 3-month warranty included.
| Condition |
Exceptional 9.25/10 |
| Case | OHSC |
| Weight | 9 lbs 2.5 oz |
| Serial Number |
346171 |