1984 Gibson Flying V Designer Series Ebony, Brand New, $1,250.00

Summary: This Flying V is one of Gibson’s “Designer Series” of limited-run custom finished guitars released for a short time in the mid-eighties. It sports style 32t, one of three special finishes available for Vs that year. Less flashy than its brothers, its ebony finish with stylish grey pin-striping accentuate the V’s aggressive lines.

Body: Alder. Nitrocellulose finish, Designer Series style 32t (black with grey/silver pinstripes).

Neck: Medium C-shape with rosewood fretboard and dot inlays.

Pickups/Hardware: One original humbucker in neck, one replacement DiMarzio in bridge. Individual volume knobs, one master tone knob. Adjustable bridge with brass saddles and stop tail piece. Grover tuners.

Cosmetics: This guitar is in excellent condition. All the pinstriping is intact and the finish looks great, with only light scratches on the back. Frets are full and show hardly any wear.

Playability: An alder body makes this guitar lighter than your average V. The C shape neck is sturdy yet thin enough for fast runs, and the action is low with no fretting out or buzz. This guitar commands you to shred, with excellent upper neck access provided by the V cutaway shape.

Weight: 5 lbs, 9 oz.

Case: Original hard shell.