Gibson / ES-345 / 1959 / Sunburst / Guitar
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Not just a '59 ES-345 but a so-called "first rack" 345. These are different from later 345's and are highly prized by those in the know. What's different? The necks are the largest you will find on any 345. They are .88 at the first fret and over an inch at the 12th. Virtually identical to a 58 ES-335. And the pickups? One zebra PAF and one double black. What else is different? The rout for the Varitone is smaller and the bridge pickup has short leg to compensate for the height of the VT choke. This one has had a set of repro Klusons installed but the original single line single ring ones are included. The tips are shrunken as is usual for 59s. Still stereo, still has its Varitone, still has its original frets. There has been some work done to the harness, however-the shielding cans have been removed and some additional grounding appears to have been added. Condition is excellent. Nice brown Gibson case.
OK Guitars, USA 
OK Guitars is an online only store in Kent, CT, USA. I ship anywhere If you're looking for a 335/345 or 355 from 1958-1965, I probably have what you're looking for or I know where to find it. I sometimes have later ones that I've taken in trade. I buy and sell more early ES 335s, 345s and 355s than anyone. I also deal in other vintage guitars and amps from the 50's and 60's.
All buyers are given a 48 hour period to try the guitar, inspect the guitar and decide whether to keep the guitar. Buyer will be responsible for the shipping in both directions should you decide to return it. You may return a guitar for any reason at all but only for the first 48 hours. No returns after the approval period has expired. Payment in full is required at time of purchase and guitars will not be shipped until funds have cleared.
