1981 Gibson Les Paul Custom – Original Tim Shaw PAFs & Chainsaw Case
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Up for sale is an incredible, highly original 1981 Gibson Les Paul Custom in classic Ebony. This late-Norlin era monster is fully documented, sounds phenomenal, and includes its sought-after original Gibson "Protector" Chainsaw case!
Highlights & Key Details
Weight: 4.6 kg (10.14 lbs) – Solid body with classic 1980s sustain and authority.
Original Tim Shaw PAF Reissue Pickups: Features a rare, factory-matched set of Tim Shaw humbuckers with ink-stamped date codes (392 / Dec 1980 neck, 393 / Nov 1980 bridge). Renowned for their lush, warm 1950s PAF clarity.
Original Electronics & Shield Box: Retains its factory late-1980 CTS pot codes, original disc capacitors, and the signature Norlin metal cavity shield enclosure.
Neck Profile: Features a wide and fast slim-taper profile—extremely comfortable to play with low action and easy fretting across the board.
Original Hardware: Gold hardware with authentic patina, ebony fretboard, block inlays, and multi-ply binding.
Includes Original Case: Comes complete with its original Gibson "Protector" Chainsaw hard case with working latches.
Condition: The guitar is in fantastic vintage condition with normal player wear, light surface swirls, and hardware aging consistent with its 40+ year age.
When people talk about axes, *this* is what they mean!
This item is sold As-Described
This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.
| Listed | 2 days ago |
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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