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Solid Body

Gibson Explorer 1978, Black

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InstrumentSolid Body
BrandGibson
ModelExplorer
FinishBlack
SKUGS7467-A
HandednessRight
Made In Year1978
Body MaterialMahogany
Finish MaterialNitro
Neck/FingerboardMahogany neck w/ Rosewood Fretboard
Radius12"
Weight8.2 lbs.
TunersOriginal
Scale Length24.75"
Nut Width1.67"
Neck ProfileC
Neck Thickness1st- 0.79" 12th- 0.97"
ElectronicsOriginal Bill Lawrence pick ups
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)N
CaseOHSC
Modifications/RepairsHeadstock crack repair and finish touchup

This Explorer comes 20 years after the debut of the original design, and two years after Gibson reintroduced the model. This rock and roll machine features its original pickups designed by Bill Lawrence, who was famous for his pickup designs and worked at Gibson during the early 70s. It has some dings and finish wear, and a well-repaired headstock crack. Includes original hardshell case.

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