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SOLD: 1968 Gibson SG Standard - The Paul Weller model!
IvisonGuitars
Frets: 6838
Up for sale is a genuine vintage 1968 SG Standard.
This one is a real gutter. I bought this guitar from a good pal of mine a couple of weeks ago as it was an absolute stunner. Unfortunately, as some of you will know, I prefer large necks and this one has the narrow 60's nut....and I just can't get on with it :-(
I have agonised over this for the last week and, as I have said before, all my guitars need to be gigged regularly and this one just won't with me so it need to be moved on to a smaller handed gent (or lady) who can make her sing.
Anyway.
All Original, genuine 1968 guitar. Has the 'dot' above the 'i' in Gibson, the lower headstock rosette and the '68 neck joint. Apparently '68's are a lot rarer that '67 or '69 as they made fewer and many '69's are passed of as 68's - or so the SG website tells me! - but this one is a genuine 68!
Same year as Paul Weller's favourite SG.
Weight is 7.2lb.
No Headstock Breaks
No Heel Breaks
100% Original Electrics - never been unsoldered
Original Pat No Humbuckers
All Plastics and Hardware are original.
Non original case
Plenty of playing wear and 'mojo'.
Sounds and plays just like it should. It really is a peach.
There are a couple of points to note:
It has had Grovers at some point (originals now re-instated) and it looks like they have been overtightened on the treble side causing the holly veneer to crack and also crack the wood between the G & B tuner holes. The headstock has never been off and the crack on the rear is minor - it cannot be seen unless the tuners are off and it's had a 100% stable (rather over-zealous IMO) repair, looks like a text book 70's job but it's totally stable and has been for years.
There is also a lacquer crack from the neck pickup down into the bass horn but it's been looked at by 2 vintage guitar dealers who confirm it's just a superficial crack and doesn't penetrate the wood. The heel is again, totally stable.
These two small issues put the guitar in Player + grade territory IMO. Mint examples of '68's are currently commanding around £5k!
I am TOTALLY gutted that I can't bond with this guitar. I'd dearly love to keep it.
I'm looking for £2500 SOLD for a quick sale.
Based in Worcester.
I'd entertain trades but ONLY Vintage Gibson (330 or Juniors/Specials) or a Pre/early CBS Fender Telecaster.
http://www.ivisonguitars.com
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Cheers,
Alex
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I certainly got an (Out of the) Sinking feeling when I didn't bond with it but I hold it no (Town Called) Malice....
(formerly miserneil)
Inbox me your number- as said by PM a mate of mine is a huge Wellerhead and is interested.
*An Official Foo-Approved guitarist since Sept 2023.
I certainly got an (Out of the) Sinking feeling when I didn't bond with it but I hold it no (Town Called) Malice....
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Ooh can I play?
Don't get Hung Up on the neck size. It's a great guitar.
Play it later tonight and Into Tomorrow and you might feel like a Brand New Start with it as Time Passes.
This is a great deal folks Blink and You'll Miss it. I'd Aim High and buy it myself but It's Too Bad that I haven't got enough Pretty Green.
I'll give you a Shout (to the top) if I can raise some cash. All my money is tied up at the moment as we moved last year and are renovating From The Floorboards Up.
I certainly got an (Out of the) Sinking feeling when I didn't bond with it but I hold it no (Town Called) Malice....
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Ooh can I play?
Don't get Hung Up on the neck size. It's a great guitar.
Play it later tonight and Into Tomorrow and you might feel like a Brand New Start with it as Time Passes.
This is a great deal folks Blink and You'll Miss it. I'd Aim High and buy it myself but It's Too Bad that I haven't got enough Pretty Green.
I'll give you a Shout (to the top) if I can raise some cash. All my money is tied up at the moment as we moved last year and are renovating From The Floorboards Up.
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Fair play my man, I ought to just GIVE you the bloody thing after that!! :-D
In all seriousness though, I am In The City (London) next week Tuesday to Thursday doing a session in a studio. I can bring the SG with me if anyone is genuinely interested and wants to see/play it. Time will be tight as I am doing a session so with respect, no tirekickers please but more than happy to meet :-)
(formerly miserneil)