1973 Gibson SG Standard Electric Guitar, Walnut w/ Hardshell Case - Used

Vintage SG Standard with Gibson Wide Travel "Harmonica" Tune-o-matic Bridge with a stopbar tailpiece, and a 12" radius, rosewood fingerboard. Item ID: ISS14383C

Highlights

  • 1973 Gibson SG Standard
  • Original Gibson hardware and Wide Travel "Harmonica" Bridge
  • Small updates for extended life and playability
  • Well-loved instrument with vintage character
Description

This 1973 Gibson SG Standard has weathered years of passionate play and attentive care, while maintaining its vintage charm. It proudly features original Gibson hardware, including Gibson tuning machines and a Gibson Wide Travel "Harmonica" Tune-o-matic Bridge with a stopbar tailpiece. While maintaining its authentic appearance, the guitar has seen some small updates such as new frets and a switch tip to extend its life and playability.

Showing signs of notable playwear, this SG Standard showcases several nicks on the front and edges of the body's lower bout. Light scratching around the pickguard and horns also add character, while the back of the body reveals scratching and small nicks in the finish. The neck and headstock also mirror this pattern of scratches.

The first 5 frets of this SG have been replaced, and all frets have undergone leveling, crowning, and polishing by our in-house technicians. Despite being very low to the fingerboard, these fret adjustments ensure a smooth playing experience. Residue from a strap block is also slightly visible around the upper strap button, and a 4-inch scar, evidence of a past repair, runs vertically from the back of the headstock to the neck. The guitar's history is etched in its scars and wear, reflecting a well-loved instrument with a balance of vintage character and enhanced performance.

    Specs

    Brand
    Gibson
    Model
    SG Standard
    Serial #
    128370
    Year
    1973
    Top Material (Or Body Material For Single Material Guitars)
    Mahogany
    Back/sides Material
    Mahogany
    Neck Material
    Mahogany
    Fingerboard Material
    Ebony
    Fingerboard Radius
    12"
    Fingerboard Inlay
    Small Block
    Fret Size/material
    Jumbo
    Neck Profile
    U
    Scale Length
    24.75"
    Tuning Machines
    Gibson
    Nut Width/material
    1 5/8"
    Bridge Pickup
    Humbucking
    Middle Pickup
    NA
    Neck Pickup
    Humbucking
    Controls
    2 x Volume
    Bridge
    Gibson Wide Travel "Harmonica" Tune-o-matic with stopbar
    Finish
    Walnut
    Case
    Aftermarket Hard Case
    Weight
    7lbs 7.7 oz
    Modifications
    Nut is not original.
    Repairs
    Headstock repair, a partial refret through the 5th fret, a level, crown, and polish across the whole fingerboard, some wiring resoldered to original pots.