1966 GibsonJohnny Smith – Natural
Take a look at this unbelievable 1966 Gibson Johnny Smith Model in Natural! What might seem like an innocuous spruce top is hiding what lies behind it; one of the most insanely figured maple backs we’ve ever seen! The quilting is just otherworldly, and truly looks three-dimensional, even up close! Johnny Smith was a very popular Jazz guitarist who was quite well known in the 1950s thanks to his big hit “Walk, Don’t Run.” This particular guitar is in great shape, with minimal wear and a light patina. The mini-humbucker gives you all the jazz tones you could want and more. The flamey maple neck on this example is a very comfortable Medium C, and the frets have plenty of life left in them. The details on this model highlight the craftsmanship put into this piece, such as the fretboard binding, inlays, and the large headstock with split diamond inlay.
Overall Condition: 8, playwear and weather checking
Specifications:
- Finish Details: Natural, Original, Great Condition with light playwear and weather checking throughout
- Body Material: Maple/Spruce
- Neck Material: Maple
- Fretboard Material: Ebony
- Neck Profile: Medium C
- Weight: 6 lbs 5 oz
- Scale Length: 25”
- Pickup Readings: N: 6.97K
- Electronics: Original, Untouched
- Hardware: Original, Good Condition with wear to the gold plating
- Nut Width: 1-3/4
- Includes: Original Black Hardshell Case with Gold lining, hang tag
Sku: G099
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