1968 Gibson Country Western

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1968 Gibson Country Western!! This Gibson is so cool! Strum one chord and you are saturated in that incredible tone that you can only get from a Gibson! Its all original except for the strap button that was added to the neck joint so you can stand with it comfortably. There are no crack or major eye sores but there are some scratches and minor dings. For being almost 57 years old its in excellent condition. There is some fret wear but plenty of fret enjoy. It includes a non original case. 

The 1966 Gibson Country Western is a classic acoustic guitar, part of Gibson’s “Southern Jumbo” series, known for its rich tone, elegant design, and versatility

Body
    •    Type: Dreadnought-style acoustic guitar.
    •    Top Material: Solid Sitka spruce, providing a bright and responsive tone.
    •    Back and Sides: Solid mahogany, contributing to warmth and depth in the sound.
    •    Binding: Multi-ply binding on the top and single-ply binding on the back, giving it a refined and elegant look.
    •    Finish: Natural with a glossy nitrocellulose lacquer that enhances resonance and showcases the wood grain.
Neck
    •    Material: Mahogany.
    •    Profile: Slimmer “C” shape, typical of mid-1960s Gibson guitars, providing comfortable playability.
    •    Scale Length: 24.75 inches.
    •    Fretboard: Rosewood, adorned with parallelogram mother-of-pearl inlays.
    •    Frets: 20 medium frets.
    •    Nut Width: Narrower than earlier models, approximately 1 9/16 inches.
    •    Headstock: Gibson’s traditional headstock with the “crown” inlay and three-on-a-side Kluson Deluxe tuners.

Bridge and Saddle
    •    Bridge: Rosewood bridge with an adjustable saddle (common in this era), which allows for precise action adjustments but can slightly affect tone.

Tone and Playability
    •    The 1966 Country Western is known for its balanced tone, combining bright trebles from the spruce top with the warm, resonant lows from the mahogany back and sides.
    •    Its medium body depth offers projection suitable for strumming, flatpicking, or fingerpicking.

Notable Features
    •    The slim neck and narrower nut width are characteristic of Gibson acoustics from this period, catering to players with smaller hands or those who prefer faster, easier neck   profiles .
    •    The adjustable bridge saddle, while polarizing among purists, provides a practical option for dialing in action preferences.

This model is a favorite among folk, country, and singer-songwriter players, celebrated for its versatility and vintage charm.