Gibson / ES-345 / 1960 / Red / Guitar
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**HOLD**So, you like that watermelon red that shows up in 59 and 60 but they're always so expensive (because they're 59's and 60's). Well, this gorgeous (you should see it in person) faded watermelon red ES-345 isn't (expensive, that is). Predictably, it's had some stuff done to it. Let's start with what's original. The finish is original and I believe the pots and Varitone parts are original and the vintage long guard and bracket are correct as are the pickup rings but everything else has been changed. Note that the guard has a repaired hole in it. This is an opportunity to get beautiful old wood and great tone without breaking the bank. This guitar was a factory stop tail that had a Maestro added later-no holes in the butt end only the top. The Maestro is gone but the holes remain. Other parts: Tone Pros bridge, non original tailpiece and studs, patent pending Grovers (these are worth a buck or two), later patent number T Top pickups, repro early style knobs (these look better than the reflectors), refret and a later '60's truss rod cover. Guitar is wired mono but the Varitone still works great. Wide flat neck profile typical of '60. Finish is faded but in excellent shape with some very attractive figuring. It plays very well but the non original frets show some wear and could use a dress and crown. Case is a probably from the 90's. No breaks or repairs ever.
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.
