For Sale: 2013 Gibson Explorer – Bill Kelliher “Golden Axe” – Gold Burst w/ Original Case

Up for grabs is a 2013 Gibson Bill Kelliher “Golden Axe” Explorer in a killer Gold Burst finish, complete with the original hard-shell case. Designed to the exact specs of Mastodon’s riff master himself, this Explorer doesn’t just look mean—it delivers the crushing tone and pro playability to back it up.

Condition: 8.5/10 – Very Good

• Light scratches, a few dings, and minor tarnishing on the gold hardware

• No cracks, repairs, or structural issues

• Neck is straight and true

• Original frets show no wear

• All components are 100% original

• Original case has some light wear but functions perfectly

Features & Highlights

• Custom Gold Burst finish chosen by Bill himself

• Mastodon logo on the pickguard

• LACE Nitro Hemi humbuckers for tight, aggressive tone and high output

• Built for touring pros, heavy riffage, and stage presence that slays

SPECS

• Nut Width: 1.71"

• 1st Fret Depth: 0.78"

• 12th Fret Depth: 0.84"

• Neck Profile: Slim

• Fingerboard: Rosewood

• Pickups: LACE Nitro Hemi Humbuckers (Neck & Bridge)

• Weight: 8 lbs 10 oz

What You See Is What You Get

The guitar in the photos is the exact one you’ll receive—no stock images or surprises. Feel free to reach out for more detailed shots or a video demo.

Why Buy From Guitar Chimp?

With 17+ years of experience in Salt Lake City and online, Guitar Chimp is your trusted source for premium, professionally set-up instruments. Every guitar is carefully inspected and tuned up by our in-house luthier to ensure you’re stage- or studio-ready right out of the case.

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🎸 Jerald – Guitar Chimp