1958 Gibson Les Paul Junior – Factory Refin

For your consideration, Garrett Park Guitars presents this 1958 Gibson Les Paul Junior, factory refinished by Gibson.

The Les Paul Junior was conceived by Gibson as a student guitar, but it has proven to be anything but a beginner's instrument. This is a guitar that proves you don't need more than a solid slab of mahogany and a hot P-90 to rock and roll. This particular Junior is a great player-grade vintage example, having been sent back to the Gibson factory for a professional refinish, as evidenced by the stamped factory refinish number (450).

The factory refinish has since developed a wonderfully aged appearance, with significant finish fade, natural checking, and honest play-wear. While this is certainly not a pristine example, it has the look and feel of a guitar that has been played and enjoyed, and it remains structurally excellent with no cracks, breaks, or repairs. The original P-90 and electronics are still in place, and it sounds exactly like you'd hope a late-'50s Junior would.

Factory-refinished guitars are relatively uncommon and are generally considered more desirable than examples refinished outside of the Gibson factory.

Specifications

All components original unless specified otherwise

Model & Year

• Model: Gibson Les Paul Junior
• Year of manufacture: 1958
• Serial Number: 450 (factory refin number)

Body

• Material: Mahogany
• Finish: Cherry nitrocellulose lacquer (factory refin)
• Weight: 7lbs 1oz

Neck

• Construction: Mahogany
• Fretboard: Brazilian rosewood
• Profile shape: C
• Nut Width: 1.68"
• Neck Depth: .79" (1st), .93" (12th)
• Inlays: Pearl dots
• Frets: Refret
• Tuners: Kluson Deluxe, single-line, 3-on-a-plate

Hardware & Electronics

• Bridge / Tailpiece: Wraparound
• Pickguard: Tortoiseshell
• Knobs: Bonnet
• Pickup: Dog-ear P-90 (7.86KΩ)
• Wiring: Original

Condition

• Cosmetic: Good (refin) with heavy finish fade and average wear and checking
• Structural: Excellent with no cracks, breaks, or repairs
• Accessories: Aftermarket hardshell case