Here's a strange one....

BCRGreg · 10-11-2007, 05:11 PM

Anyone that can fill me in on this guitar, I'm all ears. It's a Custom with silver laquer faded slightly greenish; single layer black binding on the body(no binding on back); block inlays on an unbound neck; full Custom headstock overlay,keystone tuners with snot buttons.

I just bought it from a guy that got it YEARS ago. It has a 1986 serial number. The pickups have been changed out to a Duncan Custom and JB.

Anyone know what this is? It RIPS, and it's wierd.

ArchEtech · 10-11-2007, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BCRGreg

Anyone that can fill me in on this guitar, I'm all ears. It's a Custom with silver laquer faded slightly greenish; single layer black binding on the body(no binding on back); block inlays on an unbound neck; full Custom headstock overlay,keystone tuners with snot buttons.

I just bought it from a guy that got it YEARS ago. It has a 1986 serial number. The pickups have been changed out to a Duncan Custom and JB.

Anyone know what this is? It RIPS, and it's wierd.

Looks lilke the headstock isn't bound either. Do you know if its a 'real' custom. I like the look of it. I don't care for unbound fingerboards but the guitar is self looks clean, and the color is interesting. But I like odd things I guess...... I would email the serial number to Gibson. Maybe it was custom ordered.. a true custom.

MIDNIGHT · 10-11-2007, 07:21 PM

dang!

that's a sweetly rare find ya got there Greg

pinefd · 10-11-2007, 09:25 PM

Greg, that's a beauty! Are you sure the fingerboard isn't bound? In the headstock photo, the fingerboard looks like it has a thin black binding (to match the rest of the binding and nut).

Frank

BOBBO · 10-11-2007, 09:32 PM

I don't know crap about it but it is a very nice Custom !! Always wanted a Custom after I saw Randy Rhoads play his white one !

BCRGreg · 10-11-2007, 09:57 PM

The headstock is clearly bound, it's the black outside of the white. The neck is not bound, but the sides of the fingerboard are lacquered, so they look shiny.

The Custom lights had similar cosmetics but shallow bodies with tummy cuts. The Studio Customs had white binding on body and neck, rosewood boards with dots and maple necks.

I guess it was a prototype or custom order. I'll call Gibson with the serial tomorrow. It's one helluva guitar, and I am torn as to whether to play it or flip it. The greenish tint(as the clearcoat ages) makes it striking, to say the least!

BCRGreg · 10-11-2007, 11:38 PM

The owner informs me that the original plastic flotation case became home to a cat, so that's why it's in a new case. He also did not get the original pickups back when the Duncans were installed.

I'm stumped.

HolyGrail · 10-12-2007, 02:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BCRGreg

It's one helluva guitar, and I am torn as to whether to play it or flip it. The greenish tint(as the clearcoat ages) makes it striking, to say the least!

LOL

You don't know it yet , but

Congratulations on your new addition to your private heard .

BCRGreg · 10-12-2007, 08:07 AM

Hahahahahahaaa!

BCRGreg · 10-12-2007, 12:07 PM

Benton at Gibson sent me this...

Quote:

Hi Greg,

Thanks for getting those pics in! Serial number 82829604 and the attached photos appear to be consistent with a 1989 Les Paul Custom that was special ordered with a Silver finish, and black top body binding. Thanks for the inquiry, and I hope this information is helpful!

Best regards,
Benton Cummings
Gibson Customer Service
1-800-4GIBSON
service@gibson.com

HolyGrail · 10-12-2007, 12:44 PM

Like I said, Congratulations !

coldsteal2 · 10-12-2007, 03:09 PM

Les Paul Custom Studio

(Correction........Nevermind!

)

BCRGreg · 10-12-2007, 04:17 PM

I just sold it to a good buddy, so I GET TO PLAY IT!!!!!!!

WOOOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!

I named the files Custom Studio because I didn't know what to call it.

coldsteal2 · 10-12-2007, 05:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BCRGreg

I just sold it to a good buddy, so I GET TO PLAY IT!!!!!!!

WOOOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!

I named the files Custom Studio because I didn't know what to call it.

Oh, ok hahaha i guess that clears that up (Durrrr!)

never seen one like it, its pretty cool!
Maybe it was some Custom order.

10-12-2007, 05:28 PM

I like it!

Pushead · 10-12-2007, 05:55 PM

I like it too! The neck looked bound in black to me.

lp59aholicDon · 10-12-2007, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Pushead

I like it too! The neck looked bound in black to me.

Yep Its definitly bound in black , though I prefer Standards over Customs generally I like that guitar as well

BCRGreg · 10-12-2007, 10:42 PM

As I previously stated, the neck is UNBOUND . The lacquer on the sides of the board add gloss, making it look bound.

And yes, it would have been a Custom Order.

This is one of the best playing and most resonant Les Pauls of the 80s/90s era that I have owned, and I have owned a TON through my store. I played this bad boy for a ton today and it kept surprising me. My buddy Jim saved my marriage by buying it.

Axeman16 · 10-13-2007, 06:40 PM

considering its a one off custom order, it may not have the crossbanding and may be solid resulting in less vibration loss. jut a thought.

diceman · 10-20-2007, 03:59 AM

Boy, she's beautiful!

10-11-2007, 05:11 PM	#1 (permalink)
BCRGreg Grumpy Old Luthier Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 3,725 Thanks: 23 Thanked 71 Times in 15 Posts	Here's a strange one.... Anyone that can fill me in on this guitar, I'm all ears. It's a Custom with silver laquer faded slightly greenish; single layer black binding on the body(no binding on back); block inlays on an unbound neck; full Custom headstock overlay,keystone tuners with snot buttons. I just bought it from a guy that got it YEARS ago. It has a 1986 serial number. The pickups have been changed out to a Duncan Custom and JB. Anyone know what this is? It RIPS, and it's wierd. __________________ Cool guitars, extreme repairs and brutal honesty. www.bcrmusic.com www.grumpyoldmenband.com http://www.youtube.com/user/unkagreg www.ristguitars.com

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BCRGreg Grumpy Old Luthier Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 3,725 Thanks: 23 Thanked 71 Times in 15 Posts	Re: Here's a strange one.... The headstock is clearly bound, it's the black outside of the white. The neck is not bound, but the sides of the fingerboard are lacquered, so they look shiny. The Custom lights had similar cosmetics but shallow bodies with tummy cuts. The Studio Customs had white binding on body and neck, rosewood boards with dots and maple necks. I guess it was a prototype or custom order. I'll call Gibson with the serial tomorrow. It's one helluva guitar, and I am torn as to whether to play it or flip it. The greenish tint(as the clearcoat ages) makes it striking, to say the least! __________________ Cool guitars, extreme repairs and brutal honesty. www.bcrmusic.com www.grumpyoldmenband.com http://www.youtube.com/user/unkagreg www.ristguitars.com

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10-11-2007, 11:38 PM	#7 (permalink)
BCRGreg Grumpy Old Luthier Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 3,725 Thanks: 23 Thanked 71 Times in 15 Posts	Re: Here's a strange one.... The owner informs me that the original plastic flotation case became home to a cat, so that's why it's in a new case. He also did not get the original pickups back when the Duncans were installed. I'm stumped. __________________ Cool guitars, extreme repairs and brutal honesty. www.bcrmusic.com www.grumpyoldmenband.com http://www.youtube.com/user/unkagreg www.ristguitars.com

10-12-2007, 08:07 AM	#9 (permalink)
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BCRGreg Grumpy Old Luthier Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 3,725 Thanks: 23 Thanked 71 Times in 15 Posts	Re: Here's a strange one.... I just sold it to a good buddy, so I GET TO PLAY IT!!!!!!! WOOOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! I named the files Custom Studio because I didn't know what to call it. __________________ Cool guitars, extreme repairs and brutal honesty. www.bcrmusic.com www.grumpyoldmenband.com http://www.youtube.com/user/unkagreg www.ristguitars.com

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BCRGreg Grumpy Old Luthier Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 3,725 Thanks: 23 Thanked 71 Times in 15 Posts	Re: Here's a strange one.... As I previously stated, the neck is UNBOUND . The lacquer on the sides of the board add gloss, making it look bound. And yes, it would have been a Custom Order. This is one of the best playing and most resonant Les Pauls of the 80s/90s era that I have owned, and I have owned a TON through my store. I played this bad boy for a ton today and it kept surprising me. My buddy Jim saved my marriage by buying it. __________________ Cool guitars, extreme repairs and brutal honesty. www.bcrmusic.com www.grumpyoldmenband.com http://www.youtube.com/user/unkagreg www.ristguitars.com

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