Product Description
1975, Made in Japan, catalogue production
Model SA550, FujiGen production period
This transition period is still a pre headstock serial number model
But is the beginning of the logo transition
One of the earliest versions you will find with the proper “R” font in “Greco”
Year date established from the original pickups batch number
Dated to 23rd of May 1975
The SA-550 is a serious challenger to any Gibson ES335
With the main difference being it is a full Hollow Body, no centre block
Cherry Red finish, the figuring on the body wood is amazing
Perfectly offset with aged creamed body binding
Maple set neck
24 ¾” scale length, 12” radius
Open book style headstock
Block inlays, neck binding
Rosewood fretboard, with a nice dark grain
Original Maxon U1000 humbuckers
An amazing hollow body at 50 years vintage, with a great playability
It is in excellent condition, with no modifications or repairs
Includes a gig case/bag
ITEM CONDITION
All machinery, electrical, and pickups are without issue. Some light surface marks and scuffing, some very small impressions/dings/dimples/dents, very light aging and tarnish to hardware - as pictured.
