Gibson Lucille 80th Birthday 2005 #27 of 80 Made MINT

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This 2006 Gibson Lucille 80th Birthday Limited Edition is an extraordinary collector-grade instrument built to honor the legacy of B.B. King on his 80th birthday.

Limited to just 80 guitars worldwide, this example is number 27 of 80 and remains in mint condition, making it one of the finest and most complete Lucilles you’ll encounter. Elegant, iconic, and impeccably crafted, this guitar represents the pinnacle of Gibson Custom Shop artistry.

The guitar was stored in the original box for years before we purchased it from the widow of the original owner.  All the paperwork is included.  The guitar is pretty much untouched.  It is a stunning piece!  The case is stout - built like a tank, with leather-like covering and BB King's autograph embroidered on the lid.

Based on the ES-style semi-hollow design—without f-holes, just as B.B. preferred—the Lucille delivers smooth sustain, controlled feedback, and a refined tonal palette that excels at expressive blues phrasing. The ebony fingerboard, multi-ply binding, and gold hardware elevate the visual presentation, while the electronics deliver warm, articulate tones with exceptional clarity and dynamic response. From glassy cleans to rich, singing lead tones, this guitar responds beautifully to touch and nuance, rewarding expressive players.

This is a rare opportunity to own a historically significant Lucille from a truly limited run in museum-worthy condition, celebrating one of the most important figures in electric guitar history.

As with all instruments at Mahar’s Vintage Guitars, it has been fully inspected, photographed accurately, and professionally evaluated to ensure it meets the highest standards.

We buy, sell, and take trades.

Excerpts from real online end-user reviews:
“Lucille is the ultimate blues machine.” – The Gear Page
“Smooth, refined, and endlessly expressive.” – MyLesPaul Forum
“Gibson Custom Shop at its absolute best.” – Harmony Central
“A lifetime guitar for serious players and collectors.” – Ultimate Guitar
“One of the most elegant signature models ever made.” – Reddit r/Guitar

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SPECS:

• Color: Black Pearl
• Weight: 10lbs 2.5oz
  
• Top: Maple
• Body: Maple
  
• Neck: 3-piece Maple
  
• Neck Profile: Rounded
  
• Fretboard: Ebony
  
• Inlays: Mother-of-pearl block, "B.B. King 80" headstock inlay
  
• Frets: Original
  
• Fret Count: 22
  
• Nut: Original
  
• Nut width: 1-5/8"
  
• Radius: 12"
  
• Scale: 24.75"
  
• Neck thickness at 1st Fret: .857"
• Neck thickness at 12th Fret: 1.36"
• Action 1st String at 12th Fret: 2/32"
  
• Action 6th String at 12th Fret: 2/32"
  
• Overall Length: 41-5/8"
  
• Lower bout: 16-1/8"
  
• Waist: 9-3/8"
  
• Upper bout: 11-11/16"
  
• Body depth/thickness outside edge: 1-3/4"
• String gauge: 10-53
  
• Hardware Color: Gold
• Pickguard: Engraved metal pickguard with "B.B. King" signature and crown logo. 
• Bridge Pickup/Brand: Gibson 490T humbucker with custom "B.B." engraved covers
  
• Original?: Yes
• Neck Pickup/Brand: Gibson 490R humbucker with custom "B.B." engraved covers
  
• Original?: Yes
  
• Bridge: Nashville Tune-o-matic 
• Tuners: Original
• Knobs: Gold UFO knobs with Mother of Pearl inserts
  
• Switch: 3 Way, 6-position Vari-tone
• Pots/Codes: Original
• Case: OHSC and Original shipping box
• Notes: 

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