1965 Gibson SG Junior – Cherry Red – Wide Nut

Serial Number: 274005
Condition: Very Good
Upgrades or Modifications: Correct later replacement control-cavity cover screws
Weight: 5 lb 13 oz / 2.635 kg
Included: Original faux-alligator chipboard case

Offered here is an exceptionally cool, highly original early-1965 Gibson SG Junior in its original Cherry Red nitrocellulose finish.

This guitar features the desirable approximately 42.8 mm—or 1 11/16-inch—nut width associated with early-1965 examples. Its substantial neck measures approximately .850 inch at the first fret and 1.006 inches at the twelfth fret.

The guitar is remarkably lightweight at only 5 lb 13 oz / 2.635 kg. Its one-piece double-cutaway mahogany body and set mahogany neck produce a lively, resonant response, while the original dog-ear P-90 delivers classic vintage Gibson clarity, midrange punch and aggressive growl.

The guitar remains in its original configuration apart from the correct later replacement control-cavity cover screws. Its original P-90 pickup, potentiometers and period-correct wiring remain intact. The solder joints appear consistent with original factory work, with no obvious evidence of alteration. The CTS potentiometer code 1376502 dates the component to the second week of 1965 and supports the guitar’s early-1965 production date.

Original components include:

• Cherry Red nitrocellulose finish
• Dog-ear P-90 pickup – 8.75 kΩ
• CTS potentiometers and period-correct wiring
• Original frets
• Nickel wraparound bridge
• Two reflector top-hat knobs
• Three-on-a-strip tuners
• Three-ply black pickguard

The original frets remain in very good condition. The finish displays attractive weather checking, honest playwear and genuine vintage patina. There are several scuffs along the top edge of the headstock, while the back of the guitar is comparatively clean.

The pickguard has a typical stress crack near the mounting point on the lower-horn side, with a small piece missing above the screw. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.

The original faux-alligator chipboard case is included. It is in poor, heavily worn condition and should be considered an original period accessory rather than a reliable case for regular transportation.

This is a superbly lightweight, resonant and highly original example of one of Gibson’s purest vintage electric guitars.

The guitar has been professionally inspected and set up, ensuring excellent playability and performance.

All photographs show the actual instrument and its included accessories.

* Manufacturing date codes and interior pics are available per request: e-mail

Fandango Guitars · Lugano, Switzerland

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