Epiphone Cortez FT45N Natural 1965 Epiphone

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Summary

Finish: Original

Top Material: Spruce Top

Body Material: Mahogany Body

Body Details: Mahogany back and sides with spruce top. Several back braces and a couple top braces have been reglued. There is also a repaired crack in the top at the treble bout, which has been reinforced with a spruce cleat.

Neck Material: Mahogany Neck

Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood

Neck Profile: “C” profile

Neck Thickness (IN): .82″ (1st fret), .98″ (10th fret)

Fingerboard Radius: 10.00″

Nut Width: 1-9/16″

Scale Length: 24-3/4″

Neck Details: Mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood fretboard, dot inlays, and headstock truss rod adjustment

Electronics: None

Hardware: Original

Weight: 4lbs

Modifications / Repairs: -Several internal braces have been reglued -Repaired top crack with spruce cleat

Case Details: Hardshell case

Cosmetic Condition: The guitar has aged nicely, with attractive finish checking and honest signs of use reflected on the glossy finish. The top has patches of finish hazing, as well as a repaired crack at the treble bout; the back and sides of the body have various dents, dings, scuffs, and scratches. The back of the neck has various small dings, and the headstock has wear around the edges and other small blemishes as well.

Serial Number: 365424

Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief, and is currently set up with 12-53 phosphor bronze strings. There is a slight hump where the neck meets the body, but the guitar sets up and plays well. The frets are low with some wear and divots present, mostly under the top three strings up to the seventh fret. The serial number dates the guitar to 1965.