Gibson Custom used lab analysis to study original stock parts of the Gibson Custom Historic 1958 Les Paul Electric Guitar. The carefully crafted neck and top are double-carved and hand-sanded for playability and authenticity. The same attention to detail leads to high quality pickups and joinery. This guitar saw a limited release in 2015 with serial numbers in line with previous Les Paul issues, complete with a matching certificate of authenticity. A hardshell case comes with the instrument, providing attractive security and portability. The guitar plays brilliantly, full of the warm tones distinctive of the original. Every detail looks and feels accurate, down to the hide glue used in production. The original 1950s Gibson was a true masterpiece, and this 2015 re-creation is the closest experience to playing the original.