{"product_id":"1981-gibson-flying-v-bahama-blue-w-original-case-100-original","title":"1981 Gibson Flying V BAHAMA BLUE w Original Case | Vintage Mahogany Vee! CUSTOM COLOR VERY RARE","description":"\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1771\/7813\/files\/KC_Vintage_Guitars_Logo_2_240x240.png?v=1711760835\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1981 Gibson Flying V BAHAMA BLUE w Original Case, 100% Original!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHere is an \u003cstrong\u003eextremely rare 1981 Gibson Flying V\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eBahama Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the coolest and hardest-to-find custom colors Gibson offered during the early '80s. This one also features the \u003cstrong\u003ebound fingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e, a detail that was largely specific to 1981 and one of the things collectors look for on these guitars.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years, the clear coat has aged beautifully, giving the original \u003cstrong\u003eBahama Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e finish more of a \u003cstrong\u003egreen\/teal appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e. It has an incredible vintage vibe and really sets this Flying V apart from the crowd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guitar appears to be \u003cstrong\u003e100% original\u003c\/strong\u003e aside from the strap buttons. It comes with \u003cstrong\u003etwo correct sets of knobs\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the \u003cstrong\u003efactory-original amber speed knobs\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are included with the guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition is \u003cstrong\u003eVery Good\u003c\/strong\u003e overall with honest playwear throughout. There is some finish wear along the back edge, along with a few light dings and scratches here and there as shown in the photos. It's not collector-grade, but that's part of what makes it so appealing—it's an exceptionally rare Flying V that you can actually enjoy playing instead of just looking at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt only \u003cstrong\u003e6.3 lbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e, it's remarkably lightweight, well-balanced, and a joy to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes complete with the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal Gibson hardshell case\u003c\/strong\u003e as shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original aside from the strap buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bahama Blue (Beautifully Aged)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare custom color; desirable 1981 bound fingerboard; includes original amber knobs and second correct knob set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlayability \u0026amp; Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is everything you'd want from a great early-'80s Flying V. It's incredibly lightweight at just \u003cstrong\u003e6.3 lbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e, balances beautifully on a strap, and has the lively, resonant feel that makes these guitars so much fun to play. It has plenty of bite, sustain, and classic Gibson humbucker tone, making it equally at home on stage or in a serious collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gibson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flying V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1981\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bahama Blue Custom Color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bound Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original aside from the strap buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnobs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory Original Amber Speed Knobs Included (plus second correct set)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.3 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Gibson Hardshell Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From Kansas City Vintage Guitars?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe specialize in \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-quality vintage and modern guitars\u003c\/strong\u003e for collectors and serious players alike. With over 25 years in the guitar business, we focus on \u003cstrong\u003eaccurate descriptions, originality, and transparency\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpert Packing:\u003c\/strong\u003e We take pride in packing guitars safely and securely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Insured Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your instrument is covered door-to-door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorldwide Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e We buy and sell guitars across the globe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted Vintage Dealer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Known for honest, detailed listings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThanks from KC Vintage Guitars!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53801534718176,"sku":"KC3331","price":12500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1771\/7813\/files\/1981_Gibson_Flying_V_BAHAMA_BLUE_w_Original_Case_100_Original.jpg?v=1785889443","url":"https:\/\/kcvintageguitars.com\/products\/1981-gibson-flying-v-bahama-blue-w-original-case-100-original","provider":"Kansas City Vintage Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}