1961 Epiphone Wilshire SB-432

First produced alongside the Coronet and the Crestwood in 1959,
the Wilshire was Epiphone's take on Gibson's Les Paul Special:
mahogany body and neck with two P-90 pickups.
But its combination of stud tailpiece and tune-o-matic bridge made it a superior design
and was a feature not seen since the original Les Paul Standards and Customs.
Since only 186 of these instruments were made in 1961, they have rightly become very collectable.

With its sleek and slim symmetrical body and faded Cherry finish,
this stunning Wilshire is a perfect example of this classic instrument.
A very rare guitar to find in such great condition, only 186 were made that year
(compared to over 1100 SG Specials).
A perfect and unique combination of loud P90s, tune-o-matic bridge and stud tailpiece.
Like so many other examples, the original cellulose pickguard had disintegrated,
another identical vintage one has therefore been fitted.

Complete with its super clean original brown soft case and leather strap.

The great Jimi Hendrix with his Epiphone Wilshire in 1963.

Cherry Finish
P-90 Pick-Ups
Kluson Tuners
No Wire Tune-O-Matic Bridge
Stud Tailpiece
Reflectors Knobs
Pot Codes - October 1961
Original Brown Soft Case
Original Leather Strap

Modifications:
Replaced pickguard with replica logo

Condition - Near Mint

- Sold -