Description

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This 1977 Ibanez Deluxe 59er appears to be a one-off version, or at least it is different because it is an early example.  I can't find another with the Super 80, Flying Fingers pickups and the ornate bridge - features that are more indicative of the set neck Artist guitars.

Dating the guitar is possible thanks to the codes on the pickups.  The second digit stamped on the back being a 7 dates the pickups to 1977.

While this isn't the highest-end Ibanez of the period, it is a cool guitar, and it is all original.  

We checked the guitar out just as we would a 60s Fender, evaluating it for originality and playability.  The truss rod was checked to make sure there is room for future neck relief adjustments.

The original frets show light pitting and are not in need of work, with plenty of life to last through years of regular play.

The case appears to be an original one for the model, something we had in our stash.  One latch on the case is broken but it securely holds the guitar.

Color: Black
Weight: 8lbs 5.8ozs
Top: Birch
Body: Mahogany
Neck: Maple
Neck Profile: See picture
Fretboard: Rosewood
Inlays: Mother of pearl dots
Frets: Original
Fret count: 22
Nut: Brass
Nut width: 1 11/16"
Scale: 24 3/4"
Radius: 10"
Neck thickness at 1st fret: 0.85"
Neck thickness at 12th fret: 0.93"
Action 1st String at 12th Fret: 2/32"
Action 6th String at 12th Fret: 5/64"
Total length: 39 1/16"
Lower bout: 13"
Waist: 7 1/4"
Upper bout: 9 3/16"
Body depth/thickness outside edge: 1 13/16"
String gauge: .010-.046"
Hardware Color: Gold
Bridge Pickup/Brand: Ibanez Super 80
Bridge Pickup Reading: 7.85k
Pickup Original?: Yes
Neck Pickup/Brand: Ibanez Super 80
Neck Pickup Reading: 7.91k
Pickup Original?: Yes
Pickguard: Original
Bridge: Original
Tuners: Original
Switch: Original
Pots/Codes: Original
Case: OHSC
Notes:

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Mahar's Vintage Guitars

Mahar's Vintage Guitars

1977
Ibanez
Very Good
Black
Original Hard
$850
Mahar's Vintage Guitars
Chuck Mahar
530-570-1525
Online Only
4:36 AM
Monday through Friday, 9am-4pm. Usually available always, sometimes not so much, even at other times on other days.

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All orders ship within three business days of the receipt of an order, usually faster. Tracking information will be automatically forwarded to all buyers. Buyers must retain all shipping materials in the event a return is necessary.

Returns accepted if the purchaser responds within 48 hours of receipt of an item and there is a discrepancy relating to the condition or originality of an item. Returns are not accepted for items that do not meet the needs or sonic tastes of clients due to the subjective nature, unless such concern is stated prior to the purchase. Any return for reasons other than incorrect advertising of condition or originality on the part of Mahar's Vintage Guitars shall be the responsibility of the buyer, which shall result in the buyer paying all shipping costs (to and from) their location.