For Sale: 2006 Gibson Custom Shop Historic ’68 Les Paul Custom Reissue – Ebony Black Beauty w/ OHSC

Up for sale is a 2006 Gibson Custom Shop Historic ’68 Les Paul Custom Reissue in Ebony, complete with its original Gibson Custom Shop hard-shell case.

This is a very cool Historic Collection Black Beauty that captures the look, feel, and tone of the original 1968 Les Paul Custom extremely well. Featuring a maple top over a mahogany body, long neck tenon construction, ebony fingerboard, gold hardware, and a chunky ’50s-style neck profile, this guitar delivers everything players love about the best Custom Shop Les Paul Customs.

Loaded with a pair of Gibson ’57 Classic humbuckers, it has the warm, rich, articulate tone and sustain that make these Historic Black Beauties so desirable.

The original Gibson Custom Shop hard-shell case is included. Unfortunately, the certificate of authenticity and original paperwork are not included.

Condition

Very Good – 7.5/10

• Light surface scratches throughout
• Scattered dings from normal use
• Wear visible on the back of the body
• Tarnish to the gold hardware consistent with age and use
• Honest cosmetic wear that gives the guitar great vintage character

The pickup covers have been replaced because the originals had excessive tarnish. Otherwise, the guitar remains in excellent playing condition.

Please review all photos carefully for the most accurate representation of condition.

There are no cracks, breaks, or structural issues. The neck is straight, the frets are in excellent condition with only minor wear, and the guitar has been professionally set up and plays cleanly up and down the neck with no buzzing or dead spots.

Specifications

• Model: Gibson Custom Shop Historic ’68 Les Paul Custom Reissue
• Year: 2006
• Serial Number: 066408
• Finish: Ebony Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Top: Maple
• Body: Mahogany
• Neck: Mahogany with Long Neck Tenon
• Neck Profile: Chunky ’50s Style
• Fingerboard: Ebony
• Inlays: Mother-of-Pearl Blocks
• Nut Width: 1.68"
• Neck Depth: .93" at the 1st fret, 1.03" at the 12th fret
• Pickups: Gibson ’57 Classic Humbuckers
• Controls: 2 Volume, 2 Tone, 3-Way Toggle
• Bridge: ABR-1 with Stopbar Tailpiece
• Hardware: Gold
• Weight: 10 lbs 6 oz
• Case: Original Gibson Custom Shop Hard-Shell Case

Electronics & Features

One of the standout aspects of this guitar is the combination of the Historic-spec construction and the chunky neck profile. The long neck tenon construction helps give the guitar excellent sustain and resonance, while the ebony fingerboard adds clarity and attack to the overall sound.

The Gibson ’57 Classics are also a perfect match for this guitar, delivering vintage-style warmth, smooth mids, and excellent articulation with plenty of bite when pushed.

The naturally aged gold hardware and honest wear also give this guitar a great broken-in vintage vibe that suits a Black Beauty perfectly.

Tone & Feel

This guitar has the thick, authoritative voice players expect from a great Les Paul Custom. It delivers rich sustain, strong mids, warm lows, and clear highs, making it equally at home for rock, blues, hard rock, jazz, and heavier styles.

The chunky neck profile feels substantial and comfortable in hand, while the ebony fingerboard keeps the attack fast and articulate.

At 10 lbs 6 oz, it has the solid, sustaining feel many players specifically look for in a Les Paul Custom.

Transparency & Photos

As with all Guitar Chimp listings, detailed photos are provided of the actual instrument. At the end of the photo set, you’ll find close-up images taken under direct lighting to highlight any wear. We don’t just describe the condition — we show it in detail so there are no surprises.

Many customers tell us our guitars often arrive in better condition than expected.

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Every guitar is thoroughly inspected and professionally set up by our in-house luthier before shipping.

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This 2006 Gibson Custom Shop Historic ’68 Les Paul Custom Reissue is a fantastic Black Beauty with classic Historic specs, killer tone, and all the vintage appeal that makes these guitars so desirable.

🎸 Jerald – Guitar Chimp
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