This is the first guitar created by master Luthier Joseph Jesselli. It was built around 1978. Mr Jesselli apprenticed under the legendary arch top builder Jimmy D'Aquisto. D'Aquisto apprenticed under the original master John D'Angelico. Jesselli guitars are normally listed for $7500 and up. We are offering this incredible guitar for a short period of time at a starting bid of just $4999. This vintage collectors guitar was heavily used in the studio. As you can see by the pictures it has extreme buckle rash resulting in some finish removal on the back. It has plenty of dings, chips and mild checking. The major issue in describing the condition of this guitar is it had a cracked neck repair done by Joseph Jesselli himsell. The repair is strong and stable. Many major artists including Keith Richard's have owned Jesselli guitars. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to own an extremely rare collectable instrument that's a great investment and will surely appreciate in the future. Check out the photos carefully. Picture 11 shows the repair. Picture 12 shows Mr Jesselli with this guitar holding up 1 finger to signify it's the first guitar he built. Comes with a very beat up case that's in need new hardware. No returns, thanks for looking.