The guitar is in pristine condition. There is a surface smudge on back due to guitar stand that should buff out with the proper surface cleaner.  It has no scratches and has never left my studio. It was played sparingly since I have other instruments and wanted to preserve its condition. It is has a double cut-away body with 'Bigsby' effect unit in gold as well as gold pickups, tailpiece and tuners. The gold trim against the ebony body presents an elegant package. The hard shell Gibson case is luxuriously lined with an elegant cloth cover attached to the case body that covers item before closing case. It is 6 string instrument and serves as an excellent jazz, pop or rock guitar.