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!