2007 Gibson Les Paul R9 Custom Shop (1959 reissue) Faded Cherry Sunburst
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Well, it turns out that this guitar has seen some work. Les Paul Forum folks were apparently discussing this guitar and someone pointed out to me that it had been sold on Reverb several years ago with a headstock break repair. This was disconcerting because I didn't see the work, and also because a trusted source sold me the guitar.
A search through old Reverb listings shows the guitar with a visible, though certainly not devastating headstock repair. At some point the work was concealed - it was oversprayed and very well hidden.
So, what I have here is what appears to be an all original guitar with an expertly performed headstock repair that you can barely discern in person.
Les Pauls of this era were equipped with Madagascar Rosewood, which very much looks like Brazilian, further sealing the deal on this killer axe.
The original case is in similar shape as compared to the guitar - close to mint. Enclosed is the Custom Art & Historic certificate of authenticity, warranty card, hang tag and owner's manual.
There is a little damage to report on the case. One of the metal feet on the back of the case is pushed in a little - please see the pic. This is the only damage of note on the case.
Specs:
Color: Faded Cherry Sunburst
Weight: 8lbs 12oz
Body: Mahogany
Neck: Mahogany
Neck Profile: Chunky '59 Gibson
Fretboard: Madagascar Rosewood
Inlay: Pearloid Trapezoids
Frets: Original, very light wear
Fret count: 22
Nut material: Orig
Nut width: 1 11/16"
Scale: 24.75"
Radius: 12"
Neck thickness at 1st fret: .895"
Neck thickness at 7th fret: .977"
Neck thickness at 12th fret: 1.01"
Hardware: Original
Neck pickup: orig. Gibson PAF, 7.5k
Bridge pickup: orig. Gibson PAF, 8.09k
Pickguard: Original
Bridge: Original
Tuners: Original
Switch: Original
Pots: Original
Case: Original
In the case: COA, tag, manual, warranty, key
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