
Gibson Barney Kessel Regular Sunburst 1963
Summary
Finish: Original finish.
Body Material: Maple
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.81" 10th - 0.85"
Fingerboard Radius: 10.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 25 1/2"
Electronics: The bridge pickup has been replaced with a PAF reproduction humbucker. All other electronics are original. The guitar has two humbuckers (the PAF repro and an original patent number sticker humbucker), a three-way selector switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 7.5 kΩ, bridge - 7.2 kΩ
Hardware: The tuners, bridge, and jack plate have been replaced. The neck has been refretted.
Weight: 7 lbs 12 oz
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with checking, light surface scratches, and some shallow dings and dents scattered throughout. The side around the jack plate shows some repaired cracks; these are stable and will not affect playability. The metal hardware shows some light tarnish with age.
Modifications/Repairs: The bridge pickup has been replaced with a PAF reproduction humbucker. The tuners, bridge, and jack plate have been replaced. The neck has been refretted. Crack repairs have been made around the jack and the replacement metal jack plate has been installed to reinforce.
Serial Number: 61700
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium with minimal play wear. The serial number dates to 1963.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Summary
Finish: Original finish.
Body Material: Maple
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.81" 10th - 0.85"
Fingerboard Radius: 10.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 25 1/2"
Electronics: The bridge pickup has been replaced with a PAF reproduction humbucker. All other electronics are original. The guitar has two humbuckers (the PAF repro and an original patent number sticker humbucker), a three-way selector switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 7.5 kΩ, bridge - 7.2 kΩ
Hardware: The tuners, bridge, and jack plate have been replaced. The neck has been refretted.
Weight: 7 lbs 12 oz
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with checking, light surface scratches, and some shallow dings and dents scattered throughout. The side around the jack plate shows some repaired cracks; these are stable and will not affect playability. The metal hardware shows some light tarnish with age.
Modifications/Repairs: The bridge pickup has been replaced with a PAF reproduction humbucker. The tuners, bridge, and jack plate have been replaced. The neck has been refretted. Crack repairs have been made around the jack and the replacement metal jack plate has been installed to reinforce.
Serial Number: 61700
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium with minimal play wear. The serial number dates to 1963.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case
Description
Summary
Finish: Original finish.
Body Material: Maple
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Profile: C
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st - 0.81" 10th - 0.85"
Fingerboard Radius: 10.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 25 1/2"
Electronics: The bridge pickup has been replaced with a PAF reproduction humbucker. All other electronics are original. The guitar has two humbuckers (the PAF repro and an original patent number sticker humbucker), a three-way selector switch, two volume pots, and two tone pots.
Pickup Measurements: neck - 7.5 kΩ, bridge - 7.2 kΩ
Hardware: The tuners, bridge, and jack plate have been replaced. The neck has been refretted.
Weight: 7 lbs 12 oz
Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson guitar has aged well and is in good condition. The finish is glossy with checking, light surface scratches, and some shallow dings and dents scattered throughout. The side around the jack plate shows some repaired cracks; these are stable and will not affect playability. The metal hardware shows some light tarnish with age.
Modifications/Repairs: The bridge pickup has been replaced with a PAF reproduction humbucker. The tuners, bridge, and jack plate have been replaced. The neck has been refretted. Crack repairs have been made around the jack and the replacement metal jack plate has been installed to reinforce.
Serial Number: 61700
Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are medium with minimal play wear. The serial number dates to 1963.
Case Details: Original Hardshell Case


















