USED GIBSON USA / Pre-Historic Les Paul Reissue Heritage Cherry Sunburst [03]

1988 Pre-Historic Les Paul Reissue Heritage Cherry Sunburst
We’ve received a reissue model produced from the early 1980s—before the “Gibson Custom Shop” was officially established—through around 1992.

It features a classic wood configuration: a maple top, mahogany back, mahogany neck, and rosewood fingerboard. The neck is moderately slim and features the Fretless Wonder profile, while the pickups are the iconic “HB-R & HB-L” that defined this era.

Often referred to as “foundational” pickups, the “HB-R & HB-L” pair deliver a powerful yet responsive attack, characterized by a unique, weighty low end that creates a rich, full-bodied sound.

Overall, there are numerous scratches, dents, buckle marks, and playing wear. There are cracks in the binding due to age, as well as deformation and cracks in the escutcheon, and the hardware shows signs of tarnish and rust.
Additionally, there are cracks in the control knobs and toggle switch, stripped threads on some screws, shrinkage in the pickguard, and play in the tuning pegs.
* While there are currently no issues with tuning, the 3rd string peg has significant play.

There are signs of repairs on the jack plate and the solder joints of the pickups, but the pickups and pots are original.

The only included accessory is a hard case, though the lock mechanism is damaged. There are no issues with storing the guitar.

While it shows moderate signs of wear, the balance of the figure and color is excellent, and it remains in a condition close to its original state.
This guitar features a wide, undulating tiger-stripe grain pattern, offering a unique visual appeal that changes depending on the viewing angle.

Condition Grade: B+: Some minor scratches, but no issues for normal use

Serial Number: 80024
Year of Manufacture: 1988
Country of Manufacture: United States
Case: Hard case
Accessories: None
Weight: 4.10 kg
Truss Rod: No issues; checked up to 60 degrees to the left and right—no problems
Remaining Fret Height: Within normal range; fret height is sufficient for playing * Fretless Wonder
String height (low-string side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret
String action (treble side): 1.5 mm at the 12th fret
Nut width: 43.1 mm
Neck thickness near the 1st fret: 21.0 mm
Neck thickness near the 12th fret: 24.8 mm
Scale: 625 mm (24.6")
RADIUS: 305 mm (12")
Strings at setup: ERNIE BALL 2221 / .010-.046 set
Modified part: Jack plate
Repair and Maintenance: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, action adjustment, fret leveling, jack plate replacement
Other: Pot: R1378804 ×4

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, and other imperfections that are not clearly visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.

* Any listed measurements for the truss rod, remaining fret height, string action, etc., were taken by our staff during setup and are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be exactly the same when the item arrives at your location.

* This is a one-of-a-kind item, and it is listed simultaneously on multiple marketplaces, including our in-store display. We strive to remove product listings promptly upon sale, but updates may not always be in real time.
We sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding.

* Due to the nature of this product, we are unable to transfer it between stores; we appreciate your understanding.