JoshNJ 0 Report post Posted February 14, 2018 I recently inherited this guitar, it needs a bit of TLC but is generally in good shape. I'd love some help identifying it properly based on my research I *think* it is a 1965 but not 100% sure. Also not exactly sure what I would call the color. Serial number is: 346468, stamped in the headstock and on the orange Kalamazoo sticker. No made in USA and the sticker is mostly hand written. Images below: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
j45nick 305 Report post Posted February 19, 2018 Everything about the guitar says 1965, including the serial number. I recently sold a nearly-identical (except for the knobs) near-mint 1968 ES 335-12. The finish is a traditional sunburst which has faded a bit over time, which is also typical. When they replicate that faded 'burst in a modern guitar, they often refer to it as an ice tea 'burst, or a faded sunburst. By the way, that's the original case, which is actually more rare than the guitar. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grog 33 Report post Posted February 19, 2018 I'll post my '68 for comparison............ I agree that it is likely a '65 with the nickel hardware & reflector knobs. There was also a way of telling by how many pieces made up the neck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
