This 1979 Gibson Les Paul Deluxe comes finished in Wine Red and shows the honest wear of a guitar that has spent decades being played. The original mini-humbuckers have been replaced with a set of Bill Lawrence LL550 pickups, offering a different voice while retaining the substantial feel and presence expected from a late-'70s Les Paul. The pickguard has been removed, giving the top a cleaner appearance, though the a reflector-style guard is included in the case. Cosmetically, the guitar exhibits heavy play wear across the top and neck, along with significant buckle rash on the back. These signs of use are consistent with an instrument that has seen regular service over the years rather than life in storage. With its maple-capped mahogany construction, Wine Red finish, and period Gibson character, this Les Paul Deluxe remains a compelling example of the model from an era when the Les Paul was finding renewed popularity among rock and hard rock players. Includes Gibson chainsaw case.