Les Paul 90th Birthday 1959 Standard Reissue?

[RCCola]

Anybody have info on the 2005 1959 Les Paul Reissues done for Les' 90th birthday?

There were 25 made and Les signed the control cavity cover. They sell for about $15k nowadays.

There's one on the 'bay right now.

[jkinnison90]

Here's the link if anybody wants to check it out.

http://cgi.ebay.com/2005-Gibson-Les-...QQcmdZViewItem

[jomo]

Originally Posted by jkinnison90

Here's the link if anybody wants to check it out.

2005 Gibson Les Paul 90th birthday anniv. "59" Reissue - eBay (item 130235975288 end time Jul-10-08 19:13:49 PDT)

Holy crap man, that is sweet. It's times like this that I wish I could return the last few guitars I've bought and grab this one.

[pinefd]

Sorry to 'burst your bubble (pun intended), guys but these guitars are a major ripoff (IMHO). They are nothing but a stock R9 with Les Paul's autograph on the back control cover plate, along with a special certificate. Yes, it's a nice guitar, but I wouldn't pay any more than $5K or so for it...and I'm normally big on special editions! But the fact is, there's absolutely nothing special about these guitars that would warrant anywhere near that kind of premium. Just my $.02.

Frank

[Tim Plains]

Originally Posted by pinefd

Sorry to 'burst your bubble (pun intended), guys but these guitars are a major ripoff (IMHO). They are nothing but a stock R9 with Les Paul's autograph on the back control cover plate, along with a special certificate.

Les Paul (the man) either signed or hand wrote the serial numbers on 150 BFGs. A BFG sells for under a grand. The ones with LP's handwriting...$3,000+

I love my BFG, but that's a frick'n ripoff.

[alligatorbling]

thats one hell of a top!!!!

[FLICKOFLASH]

Originally Posted by pinefd

Sorry to 'burst your bubble (pun intended), guys but these guitars are a major ripoff (IMHO). They are nothing but a stock R9 with Les Paul's autograph on the back control cover plate, along with a special certificate. Yes, it's a nice guitar, but I wouldn't pay any more than $5K or so for it...and I'm normally big on special editions! But the fact is, there's absolutely nothing special about these guitars that would warrant anywhere near that kind of premium. Just my $.02.

Frank

Thinking the same thing , nothing special about that guitar & where is it marked # 10 ?

[LPCollector]

Originally Posted by FLICKOFLASH

Thinking the same thing , nothing special about that guitar & where is it marked # 10 ?

Only the COA and the box have the #10.

I agree....nothing special....unlike the Stinger I want....for less money than this guitar!

[RCCola]

Originally Posted by pinefd

Sorry to 'burst your bubble (pun intended), guys but these guitars are a major ripoff (IMHO). They are nothing but a stock R9 with Les Paul's autograph on the back control cover plate, along with a special certificate. Yes, it's a nice guitar, but I wouldn't pay any more than $5K or so for it...and I'm normally big on special editions! But the fact is, there's absolutely nothing special about these guitars that would warrant anywhere near that kind of premium. Just my $.02.

Frank

Thanks. Pretty much what I expected. Didn't burst my bubble

I live in NYC so if I wanted an autograph from Les, I can just pay $60 to see him play any monday...he's apparently a very nice guy and would rather give autographs instead of ever turn somebody down. I've heard mixed reviews of the staff at the Iridium so I still haven't gone to see him.

[Juneya]

There are two shows. Go see the second performance and after the show, Les will sign your pickguard, guitar, or whatever. He signed a pickguard and a CD of Guitar Monsters for me. He's a cool dude & a living legend ta boot.

[GREGSTER]

Hey guys, wonder if you would share your thoughts. I have an un-played Les Paul Goldtop Supreme 90th Birthday Paul. One of 90 made. 24k Hardware and hand signed. Absolutly beautiful. Not a player , but great investment guitar. Should I sell or wait? What is is worth? Just thought I`d share this special LP with you. Greg

[Skynyrdpicker]

Sure is a nice guitar, but definitely a marketing thing.

I love and respect Les Paul for all he has done for the guitar world, but why the extra cash?! Hell, I read somewhere Les Paul himself doesn't even own a '59 Burst! Why are they re-issuing one for his birthday?

[RCCola]

Originally Posted by GREGSTER

Hey guys, wonder if you would share your thoughts. I have an un-played Les Paul Goldtop Supreme 90th Birthday Paul. One of 90 made. 24k Hardware and hand signed. Absolutly beautiful. Not a player , but great investment guitar. Should I sell or wait? What is is worth? Just thought I`d share this special LP with you. Greg

Pics? I don't think I've ever seen that one. I've seen the 50th Anni 57 with gold-plated hardware.

[GREGSTER]

Hi Guys: The picture of the 90th Les Paul is in my little ebay shop on the display screen. It`s not for sale yet, but take a look at the pictures. I still have about 30+ that are my private collection, besides the ones for sale. The ebay store is a clever way of buying more Les Pauls without my wife getting on my case!! Take a look my rep is really solid. I just found your website and you all seem like true LP lovers like I am. Greg Shop eBay Canada Store - USED GIBSON GUITARS:: USED GUITARS, CANADIAN USED GUITARS

[GREGSTER]

With all the Les Pauls I own, the class 5 is hands down the player`s favorite. What agreat Les Paul. Greg