The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
Overall good condition. There are scuff and scratches to the finish from use. There is significant crazing and craquéleur to the finish throughout. There is oxidation to the plating finish on the hardware and fittings. There is significant fading to the finish on the top resulting in little to no evidence of the cherry sunburst finish. There is little to no visible playing wear on the fingerboard.
Not examined internally. Electronics were not tested.
Guitars, amps, cabs and pedals (Instruments) are composite Instruments fabricated with multiple interchangeable parts and components. These include but are not limited to necks, frets, tuners, pickguards, knobs, switches, pickups, and potentiometers. Many instruments in this collection have been used as tools of the trade for a professional musicians and may have often been altered to fit their needs as an artist. These alterations may include changes to the original manufacturer’s parts and finishes. Each lot is sold “as is”. Neither Christie’s nor the Sellers warrant that any Instrument exists in its original state or that any alterations noted in any Condition Report are final. Please see the Conditions of Sale, which can be accessed through the sale landing page on christies.com, for more information.
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