Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V Electric Guitar Ebony w/ Case

Metallica fans worldwide are familiar with Kirk Hammett’s 1979 Flying V. It was Kirk’s first Gibson and established his passion for Gibson guitars. Its purchase was inspired by famous Flying V players Kirk admired and because he was looking for a fuller sound. And what a sound! Kirk still plays the original guitar to this day, and used it on all the early Metallica albums, including Kill ‘Em All, Ride the Lightning, Master of Puppets, …And Justice for All, and The Black Album, making it one of the most important heavy metal guitars of all time. Now, Epiphone is partnering with the Gibson Custom Shop to release the Epiphone Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V, a meticulous recreation of Kirk’s prized original. It features a mahogany body, a one-piece mahogany neck with volute, Grover Rotomatic machine heads with “spade” buttons, and a custom bridge. The electronics are also top-notch, with a pair of Gibson USA Calibrated T-Type humbucker pickups wired to CTS potentiometers and an Orange Drop capacitor, and a Switchcraft 3-way pickup selector toggle switch and a 1/4” output jack. A Kirk Hammett logo adorns the rear of the headstock, and a black hardshell case with a red plush interior is also included.

Body Material: Mahogany
Inlays: Dot
Number of Frets: 22
Scale Length: 24.75 inches
Nut Width: 1.692 inches
Neck Material: 1Pc Mahogany
Fretboard Material: Indian Laurel
Finish/Color: Ebony
Bridge Pickup: Gibson USA Calibrated T-Type
Neck Pickup: Gibson USA Calibrated T-Type
Case: Hardshell

Serial #: 24021522398
Weight: 7 lbs 0 oz

Each scale varies in accuracy. The weight of the guitar in questions may vary +/- 5oz from our scale to yours. This weight differential does not warrant a return of the item. Please contact us with any questions you may have. Thank you!