Up for sale is a killer and rare 1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom 3-Pickup BLACK BEAUTY, Original Case and Factory Manual!

Appears to be 100% original (other than strap buttons) with every solder joint untouched.

Pot codes decode to CTS, 1978 production. Pickup baseplates carry PAT NO 2,737,842 stamps with factory date stamps of May 25, 1978 and Feb 1, 1979 — consistent with a 1979 build. See photos for all codes and stamps.

Heavy player wear consistent with age, no breaks/cracks/repairs, all documented in photos.

Never cleaned or polished to preserve its killer age patina.

No smell from the guitar or case.

Fretboard is in good condition as well. The neck feels like a cross between 50s and 60s profile!

Original frets show wear but still have lots of life left.

SERIAL: 7XXX9XXX              WEIGHT: 10 lbs 9 oz        

Shipping:

USA: $125 — ships fully insured, signature required, professionally packed with the neck supported inside the case.
Canada: $197 | Worldwide UPS Expedited: $297
International buyers are responsible for customs duties, taxes, or import fees.