Mesa, AZ, United States
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A beautiful Japanese-made Gretsch G6122-1962 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman, finished in classic Walnut Stain and loaded with all of the unmistakable appointments that make the ‘62-style Country Gentleman one of Gretsch’s most iconic hollowbody guitars.Built in May 2012, this Professional Collection-era example captures the classic double-cutaway Country Gentleman formula with its large laminated-maple hollow body, ebony fingerboard, Filter’Tron pickups, gold hardware, Bigsby vibrato and wonderfully over-the-top dual mute system.The Country Gentleman has an incredible history in its own right, originating as one of Chet Atkins’ signature Gretsch designs and becoming especially famous through George Harrison’s use of a double-cut Country Gentleman during the early Beatles era. Highlights:Model: Gretsch G6122-1962 Chet Atkins Country GentlemanSerial: JT12052153Year: 2012Made in JapanFinish: Walnut StainWeight: 8.34 lbs17” double-cutaway hollowbodyArched laminated maple topLaminated maple back & sides3-piece maple neckEbony fingerboard24.6” scale length12” fingerboard radius22 frets + zero fretNeo-Classic thumbnail inlaysDual High Sensitive Filter’Tron pickupsIndividual neck & bridge volume controls + master volume3-way pickup selector3-position master tone switchStandby switchClassic dual mechanical mute/muffler systemSimulated F-holesGold Gretsch Bigsby B6G vibratoGold Grover Imperial tunersGold rocking-bar bridgeGold Plexi Gretsch pickguardMulti-ply body, neck & headstock bindingRemovable padded backOriginal Gretsch hardshell case includedThese are wonderfully distinctive guitars. The Filter’Trons deliver the articulate, chimey Gretsch character you’d expect, while the large hollow maple body adds fullness and warmth. The Bigsby and dual mute system complete a package that’s unmistakably Country Gentleman. Period specifications corroborate these appointments. Condition:Overall, this guitar is in very good condition, especially for a 14-year-old instrument. It presents beautifully and has clearly been well cared for. There are a handful of small, faint nicks, dings and light signs of normal handling/play wear in the finish, including a small mark along the body binding, as shown clearly in the photos. The gold hardware also shows some of the light patina/tarnishing expected with age and use.Importantly, the frets have tons of life remaining, and the guitar is currently set up nicely and playing great. The neck and fingerboard look particularly clean.The original Gretsch hardshell case is included and is a major plus.A gorgeous Japanese-built Country Gentleman with the right vintage-inspired appointments, an iconic look and one of the coolest control layouts Gretsch ever put on a guitar. Between the Walnut Stain, gold hardware, double mutes, padded back and Bigsby, there isn’t much else that looks—or feels—quite like one.Please review all photos carefully for an accurate representation of cosmetic condition.
Price$1,900
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