[SN 00600014] USED Gibson / J-50 Antique Natural 2000 [12]

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A 2000 J-50AN equipped with a Fishman pickup has arrived! A 2000 J-50 Antique Natural (Antique Natural color) has arrived. Having reached its 26th year, this guitar exudes a sense of dignity, yet it remains beautifully clean. With noticeable dents and scratches, traces of buckles and rivets, and paint cracks scattered throughout, it may have a cool, rugged appearance reminiscent of a vintage guitar in excellent player’s condition. The paint cracks, in particular, are typical early-stage signs and are scattered across the entire body; however, they are not deep or severe, but rather gentle and elegant.There are traces of picking damage around the soundhole and near the end of the fingerboard, but this lends a natural, authentic feel. While the texture might be mistaken for an aged finish, the true nature of these marks remains unclear. However, given its appearance—which transcends any artificial aging—one cannot help but feel that this instrument has truly matured through the natural passage of time. The grip’s thickness and width do not suggest any special specifications, making this an all-around instrument with a grip feel that appeals to everyone. Upgrade work performed by Pro Repair ・Nut: Vintage bone nut made from unbleached cow bone ・Saddle: A saddle that was custom-made and replaced with octave correction. It has a beautifully shaped finish and a tight fit, so it won’t come loose easily; the material is unconfirmed. ・Bridge: Early signs of mild bridge delamination have been repaired through professional restoration, but there is paint peeling around the edges, typical of vintage guitars. ・Pickguard: Replaced with a thick, flexible material. Upon arrival, it showed significant peeling due to warping, but it has been reattached. If the issue recurs, we recommend replacing it with an acrylic or PVC pickguard. ・Strap buttons: A genuine Gibson aluminum strap button has been added to the neck heel. ・Body Back Bracing: There were scattered instances of de