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Description
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Summary
Finish Details: The finish on the body is original, the neck has been refinished.
Top Material: Maple Top
Body Material: Maple Body
Body Details: Laminate maple top, back, and sides. -This guitar was originally an ES-175 with only one pickup. The body was routed for a second pickup. Two pots and a selector switch were added as well. -The sticker inside the bass-side F-hole is not original. It says "ES-175 Guitar 1960s".
Neck Material: Mahogany Neck
Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
Neck Profile: C shape
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st .83" 9th .98"
Fingerboard Radius: 9.00" to
Nut Width: 1-9/16"
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Neck Details: One piece mahogany set neck with bound rosewood fingerboard. -The neck has a repaired headstock crack. It is structurally secure. The neck has been refinished, the fretboard has been planed and refretted. The binding on the neck is not original.
Electronics: Modified electronics. Two pickups, three-way pickup selector switch, volume and tone controls for each pickup. -The pickup covers have been removed and replaced, the pickups may have been rewound. The bridge pickup lead has been replaced. The pots and caps are not original.
Pickup Measurements: Neck 7.5k Bridge 7.4k
Hardware: -Pickguard, Kluson Deluxe tuners, bridge, tailpiece, knobs, and bone nut are not original.
Weight: 6 lbs 6 oz
Modifications/Repairs: -This guitar was originally an ES-175 with only one pickup. The body was routed for a second pickup. Two pots and a selector switch were added as well. -Neck has been refinished and refretted. The fretboard has been planed. The binding on the neck is not original. -The sticker inside the bass-side F-hole is not original. It says "ES-175 Guitar 1960s". -There is a repaired headstock crack. -Pickguard, Kluson Deluxe tuners, bridge, tailpiece, knobs, and bone nut are not original. -The pickup covers have been removed and replaced, the pickups may have been rewound. The bridge pickup lead has been replaced. The pots and caps are not original. -A bone nut has been made.
Case Details: Original hardshell case is structurally secure with some cosmetic wear.
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar has moderate cosmetic wear for its age. -The body has scratches, dents, weather checking, and light buckle rash. -The neck has been refinished. It as some light scratches, dents, and finish checking.
Tech Notes: This guitar plays well with low action. Truss rod is adjustable, frets are medium size with light wear. Due to the missing serial number and non-original appointments such as the pots and tailpiece, we cannot determine the exact year of production. -According to original owner, it was purchased at a store in 1973 and was described as a 1965 ES-175
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Sunburst Sunburst
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Chicago Music Exchange
Chicago Music Exchange
773-525-7773
Chicago, IL
2:39 PM
Monday-Saturday 11 A.M. to 7 P.M. Sunday 11 A.M to 5 P.M.

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3-Day / 15-day Return Policy If you are not completely satisfied with any product, return it for a full refund of the product purchase price, full credit, or exchange of your choice. We give you 3 days from the shipping date on Vintage instruments, and 15 days on New instruments. Credit card returns are issued a credit for purchase price. Refunds are made for product value only, excluding shipping and handling charges. New, Unopened items: You may return most NEW, untouched, unopened items within 15 days of delivery for a full refund. if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.) we'll also pay the return shipping costs. AmEx credit cards: Note that if your order was paid using an AmEx card we may pass on a 3.5% fee of the purchase price to process your refund. Vintage, Used items: We have to evaluate vintage and used guitars, amps, and other items on a case by case basis. We spend a lot of time with you and the item before your purchase to try to avoid any surprises after your purchase. AmEx credit cards: Note that if your order was paid using an AmEx card we may pass on a 3.5% fee of the purchase price to process your refund. You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, we strive to issue your refund sooner. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days). Send your return to: Chicago Music Exchange 3316 N Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60657 The following items are returnable only if defective OR unopened or unused: strings, harmonicas, microphones, cleaners, polishes, and polishing cloths. Software/soundware, cassettes, CDs, DVDs, and videos may be returned for credit only if they are in their original, sealed packaging. If defective, these items will only be exchanged for the same product. For complete details on our guarantees, shipping, and return policies, please contact our Customer Service Department at 773-525-7773; fax us at 773-525-2775; visit our website at www.chicagomusicexchange.com, or write us at Chicago Music Exchange, 3316 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60657.