1971 Gibson Flying V Medallion #145, Serial Number 624848
The Flying V™ Medallion is one of the most collectible reissues Gibson has ever produced. Issued in a limited run of approximately 350 guitars in the early 1970s, these distinctive instruments featured a numbered metal medallion on the bass side of the body. With many examples never surfacing on the vintage market, the Medallion V has become a coveted piece for collectors and players alike.
This Gibson Certified Vintage example, Medallion #145, is a clean and vibrant specimen, finished in a deep, Cherry Red that has aged beautifully. The guitar shows light lacquer checking and only minimal nicks and dings. The bottom treble corner of the pickguard is missing, but otherwise the guitar remains complete and correct, with its original T-Top pickups delivering tight lows, biting mids, and clear highs. The Medium D neck has a comfortable feel, and the original frets show only light wear. This is a standout vintage Flying V—rare, resonant, and ready to play!
Comes with its original black and purple Medallion case, a Certificate of Authenticity, a Letter of Appraisal, and a new Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Specifications
Body Specs
Body Specs
Body Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material Mahogany
Body Shape Flying V
Body Styles Flying V
Neck Specs
Neck Specs
Fingerboard Material Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius 304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count 22
Frets Medium Jumbo
Inlays Pearloid Dot
Joint Glued In, Set Neck
Neck Material Mahogany
Nut Material Original Composite
Nut Width 40.08mm / 1.58in
Profile Medium D
Scale Length 628.65mm / 24.75in
Electronics Specs
Electronics Specs
Bridge Pickup T-Top Humbucker 748k
Controls 2 Volume, Master Tone
Neck Pickup T-Top Humbucker 768k
Output Jack 1/4"
Pickup Selector 3-way Toggle
Hardware Specs
Hardware Specs
Bridge ABR-1 (Wire)
Control Knobs Black Witch Hat with Silver Insert
finish Chrome
Pickguard 3-ply White/Black
Pickup Covers Chrome
Plastic Parts Cream
Saddle Material Brass
Strap Buttons Chrome (Non-original)
Switch Tip Cream
Tailpiece Stop Bar
Truss Rod Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover 4-ply “Gibson” Flying V
Tuner Plating Nickel
Tuning Machines Kluson Deluxe Double Line Double Ring
Misc Specs
Misc Specs
Accessories Letter of Appraisal, Certificate of Authenticity, New Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Model: GCVP0105
Case Original Black and Purple Medallion Hardshell
Headstock Flying V
Headstock Inlay Gibson Logo Hotstamped on 4-ply Flying V Truss Rod Cover
Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
Gibson Certified Vintage 1971 Gibson Flying V Medallion #145, Cherry
Gibson Certified Vintage 1971 Gibson Flying V Medallion #145, Cherry
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1971 Gibson Flying V Medallion #145, Serial Number 624848
The Flying V™ Medallion is one of the most collectible reissues Gibson has ever produced. Issued in a limited run of approximately 350 guitars in the early 1970s, these distinctive instruments featured a numbered metal medallion on the bass side of the body. With many examples never surfacing on the vintage market, the Medallion V has become a coveted piece for collectors and players alike.
This Gibson Certified Vintage example, Medallion #145, is a clean and vibrant specimen, finished in a deep, Cherry Red that has aged beautifully. The guitar shows light lacquer checking and only minimal nicks and dings. The bottom treble corner of the pickguard is missing, but otherwise the guitar remains complete and correct, with its original T-Top pickups delivering tight lows, biting mids, and clear highs. The Medium D neck has a comfortable feel, and the original frets show only light wear. This is a standout vintage Flying V—rare, resonant, and ready to play!
Comes with its original black and purple Medallion case, a Certificate of Authenticity, a Letter of Appraisal, and a new Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Specifications
Body Specs
Body Specs
Body Finish Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Body Material Mahogany
Body Shape Flying V
Body Styles Flying V
Neck Specs
Neck Specs
Fingerboard Material Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius 304.8mm / 12.0in
Fret Count 22
Frets Medium Jumbo
Inlays Pearloid Dot
Joint Glued In, Set Neck
Neck Material Mahogany
Nut Material Original Composite
Nut Width 40.08mm / 1.58in
Profile Medium D
Scale Length 628.65mm / 24.75in
Electronics Specs
Electronics Specs
Bridge Pickup T-Top Humbucker 748k
Controls 2 Volume, Master Tone
Neck Pickup T-Top Humbucker 768k
Output Jack 1/4"
Pickup Selector 3-way Toggle
Hardware Specs
Hardware Specs
Bridge ABR-1 (Wire)
Control Knobs Black Witch Hat with Silver Insert
finish Chrome
Pickguard 3-ply White/Black
Pickup Covers Chrome
Plastic Parts Cream
Saddle Material Brass
Strap Buttons Chrome (Non-original)
Switch Tip Cream
Tailpiece Stop Bar
Truss Rod Adjustable
Truss Rod Cover 4-ply “Gibson” Flying V
Tuner Plating Nickel
Tuning Machines Kluson Deluxe Double Line Double Ring
Misc Specs
Misc Specs
Accessories Letter of Appraisal, Certificate of Authenticity, New Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Model: GCVP0105
Case Original Black and Purple Medallion Hardshell
Headstock Flying V
Headstock Inlay Gibson Logo Hotstamped on 4-ply Flying V Truss Rod Cover
Strings Gauge .010, .013, .017, .026, .036, .046
