The Gibson Custom Shop has gone above and beyond with the 1959 ES-335 Reissue, utilizing years of research and expertise to faithfully recreate every aspect of the original vintage models. From the precise contours and profiles to the iconic dot inlays and vintage-inspired parts, this guitar offers an unrivaled playing and ownership experience. Handcrafted with care and attention to detail, the Historic Reissue is sure to impress even the most discerning musicians
Body Style
ES
Body Shape
ES-335
Body Material
3-ply Maple/Poplar/Maple
Centerblock
Solid Maple
Binding
1-Ply Royalite
Body Finish
Nitrocellulose VOS (Vintage Patina)
Weight Relief
None
Profile
50s Rounded Medium C
Scale Length
628.65 mm / 24.75 in
Fingerboard Material
Indian Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius
304.8 mm / 12 in
Neck Material
Solid Mahogany
Fret Count
22
Frets
Authentic Medium-Jumbo
Nut Material
Nylon
Nut Width
42.85 mm / 1.687 in
Inlays
Pearloid Dot
Joint
Long Tenon, Hide Glue Fit
Finish
Nickel
Bridge
ABR-1
Saddle Material
Nickel-plated Brass
Tailpiece
Lightweight Aluminum Stop Bar
Tuning Machines
Kluson Single Line, Single Ring
Pickguard
Black 5-Ply Wide Bevel
Truss Rod
Authentic 1950s No-Tube
Truss Rod Cover
Authentic Stepped 2-Ply
Control Knobs
Amber Butyrate Top Hats
Switch Tip
Amber Catalin
Strap Buttons
Cream Plastic
Mounting Rings
Black M69 Medium & Tall
Pickup Covers
Authentic Profile Nickel Silver
Neck Pickup
Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)
Bridge Pickup
Custombucker Alnico III (Unpotted)
Controls
2 Volume/2 Tone CTS 500K Audio Taper Potentiometers, Paper-in-Oil Capacitors
