Gretsch 6128-1957 Duo Jet, black, made in Japan in 2003. This has a certain verve, it's a very attractive item indeed. The Duo Jet hasn't changed a lot since it's debut in 1953, and looking at this one, it's easy to see why. The sleek lines, carved top, hump inlays, double binding and Bigsby trem emanate a certain class. As with all high end Gretsch stuff made since 1989, this was made at the renowned Terada factory. The build quality is exceptional, the details are bang-on and it has a pleasing integrity in the hands. The chambered body and fairly slim round neck make for a lively and comfortable feel, and despite all the hardware, it's still lighter than most LPs. The Dynasonic pickups are deep and rich, with a pounding natural bass that lends weight and fullness to chords and lead lines. There's plenty of breath through the midrange and a tidy sweet top end, but the natural fatness is what makes this so satisfying. We don't get heaps of these used in Australia and they cost a fortune brand new, so sort yourself out while it's on offer and hang this on your wall like the piece of art it is.

Model: Gretsch G6128T Duo Jet
Made: Japan, Terada factory, 2003 (serial JT03053633)
Body: mahogany, chambered, arched laminate maple top
Neck: mahogany, rosewood board, slim C profile
Mods: none
Weight: 3.925kg
Pickups: Gretsch Dynasonic single coil x2
Case: Gretsch hard case, excellent quality and condition

Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has a dimple on the end and some light scuffs on the top and bottom edges and on the front around the tuner posts. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor scuffs on the back only. The back has a couple of dimples on the edge in the elbow area and below the cavity, as well as widespread light surface scratches; no major marks. The sides have a scratch and some scuffs on the top horn and some dimples in the elbow area, near the jack and on the bottom horn. The front has some light scuffs around the switch, dimples in the elbow area, some scuffs around the tailpiece and knobs and some play wear on the guard and horns.  Overall: very good condition (8/10)

Playing condition notes: Neck is straight, action is low, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electrics tested and working properly. The frets have some normal wear, they're pretty even with no major buzz issues, 7/10 for fret life left. Wearing fresh 11/49 Moonshiners strings.