This 1991 Gibson "Pre-Historic" 1957 Les Paul Custom Reissue epitomizes the Black Beauty aesthetic with its black finish, gold hardware, multi-ply binding and large pearl block fingerboard inlays. Built just prior to the official launch of Gibson's Custom Art & Historic Division, this LP provides a glimpse of what Custom Shop level builds would soon become - refined, highly crafted, and with a distinct focus on period details.
The guitar presents very well for a nearly 35 year old guitar, with light to moderate play wear throughout. There's some wear and patina to the original gold hardware, and the original bonnet knobs were once replaced with aftermarket versions, but as a whole the guitar is pretty clean! Frets show some wear but have been cleaned up by our repair staff and are playing great.
Includes brown Gibson hardshell case.
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