this is a very heavy old les paul, made as they were in the 50's - 60's before the lighter, cheaper-made 're-issues' started in 1971. It was re-fretted and re-planed by Gibson nashville last year, where it was also authenticated. They don't - and won't - make them like this anymore, and the value of it will only increase with each passing year. A tune-o-matic bridge has been added, and the original gold-flake paint has been removed leaving it this beautiful blonde color finish... otherwise, it is as it came from the factory. Original case included. Serious inquiries only please.