Gibson 1971 Flying V Medallion Reissue Electric Guitar - Medallion Cherry

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Gibson 1971 Flying V Medallion Reissue Electric Guitar - Medallion Cherry

Name: Gibson 1971 Flying V Medallion Reissue Electric Guitar - Medallion Cherry
Brand: Gibson
SKU: 8300701
Price: 9999.0 AUD
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The Return of the Rare Flying V Model that Helped Shape Hard Rock

Gibson Custom proudly unveils the 1971 Flying V™ Medallion Reissue, an exactingly crafted tribute to one of Gibson’s most celebrated vintage solidbody models and a guitar that played a pivotal role in defining hard rock. Closely associated with Michael Schenker’s unmistakable tone, original examples are also well represented in Kirk Hammett’s personal collection; he has described them as “consistently great.”

The 1971 Flying V Medallion Reissue features a two-piece mahogany body constructed to the same thinner profile used on the original Medallion models. At approximately 1.375” thick, it is slightly slimmer than the 1.5” Korina Flying V bodies from 1958, resulting in reduced weight and a more comfortable playing experience without sacrificing tone or resonance.

Its three-piece mahogany neck is carved to an Authentic 1971 Flying V profile, offering a sleek, fast feel that remains comfortable across the entire fingerboard. A period-correct volute adds structural stability, while a one-piece rosewood fretboard carries 22 authentic medium jumbo frets and classic cellulose dot inlays. The rounded Flying V headstock is fitted with a Corian® nut, Kluson® double-ring tuners with keystone buttons, and a truss rod cover bearing the Gibson logo. Chrome-plated hardware is used throughout, including the Historic Reissue wired ABR-1 bridge and Historic Reissue Stop Bar tailpiece.

Electronics consist of a matched pair of authentic T-Top humbucker™ pickups with Alnico 5 magnets, delivering the clear, authoritative output that vintage T-Tops are known for. As on the original guitars, the pickups are left unpotted and are hand-wired to independent volume controls and a single master tone control. All three controls feature black Witch Hat knobs with silver reflectors for a true period look. In keeping with the original Medallion Flying Vs, this reissue includes a 1.5” diameter gold medallion mounted on the bass-side wing of the body. Each medallion displays the Gibson logo and Limited Edition Model text and is individually numbered. The guitar is housed in a Gibson Custom hardshell case for protection and transport.

The 1971 Flying V Medallion is widely regarded as one of the most desirable vintage Gibson guitar models ever produced. With an estimated production run of only about 350 instruments in 1971, scarcity has played a role in its legend, but its enduring appeal also stems from its association with some of rock music’s most influential guitarists. Originally created to commemorate the 1972 Olympic Games, each Medallion V featured a numbered gold coin mounted to the upper wing. These guitars were among Gibson’s earliest Limited Edition offerings and, apart from the recent Michael Schenker 1971 Flying V Collector’s Edition, have not been reissued until now. This release offers a rare chance to own a brand-new recreation of a true Gibson icon.

Features

Flying V Mahogany Body
Mahogany Authentic 1971 Profile Neck
Rosewood Fingerboard
Neck Pickup: 1968 T-Top Reissue
Bridge Pickup: 1968 T-Top Reissue
Reissue hardshell Included

Type	Solid Body
Colour	Medallion Cherry
Orientation	Right Handed
Number of Strings	6
Body Shape	Flying V™
Body Material	2-Piece Mahogany
Body Finish	Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Neck Material	3-Piece Mahogany
Neck Shape	Authentic 1971 Flying V
Neck Finish	Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Fretboard Material	1-Piece Rosewood
Number of Frets	22
Fretboard Inlays	Cellulose Dot
Fret Size	Authentic Medium Jumbo
Scale Length	24.75" (628.7 mm)
Fretboard Radius	12" (305 mm)
Nut Material	Corian®
Nut Width	1.625" (41.3 mm)
Neck Pickups	1968 T-Top Reissue Humbucker™
Bridge Pickups	1968 T-Top Reissue Humbucker™
Controls	2 x Volume, 1 x Master Tone, Hand-Wired Electronics, 3-Way Toggle
Bridge	Historic Reissue Wired ABR-1 Tune-O-Matic™ with Stop Bar Tailpiece
Tuners	Kluson® Double-Ring with Keystone Buttons
Strings	Gibson Nickel Plated Steel (.010-.046 Gauges)
Case / Bag	Gibson Custom Reissue Hardshell Case (with Certificate of Authenticity)

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