Here you are, Gretsch enthusiasts!
We are pleased to present this beautiful September 1967 Gretsch Country Gentleman, one of the most iconic hollow-body electric guitars ever produced.
As is widely known among Gretsch collectors, binding deterioration is an inherent and extremely common issue on vintage Gretsch guitars from this era. In fact, nearly all original examples have either already suffered from binding decay or will inevitably do so over time. Finding a 1960s Country Gentleman with completely intact original binding is exceptionally rare—almost impossible.
For this reason, the entire body binding on this instrument has been professionally replaced. This should be seen as a real advantage rather than a drawback: the guitar is now free from the structural weaknesses that affect the vast majority of comparable models. The work has been carried out to a high standard, leaving the instrument in excellent cosmetic and structural condition, and ensuring long-term stability with no risk of future binding issues.
In addition, the guitar has benefited from a professional refret. This greatly enhances playability, offering smooth, accurate fretting across the entire neck while preserving the authentic feel of the instrument. It is now perfectly suited for both collectors and players who expect vintage character without compromising performance.
The guitar is fitted with the iconic Filter'Tron pickups, delivering the classic warm yet articulate tone that defines the Gretsch sound.
It also features a Bigsby vibrato and the original string mute system. The mute functions perfectly, with the foam having been replaced for optimal performance.
This legendary model has been played by some of the most influential artists in music history, including Chet Atkins, George Harrison, Lou Reed, Elvis Presley, Johnny Marr, Roy Orbison, Hank Marvin, David Crosby, Roger McGuinn, and Tony Hicks, among others.
Model Evolution
• 1957: First production
• 1961: Introduction of double string mute (reverted to single in 1967)
• 1962: Simulated “F” holes added to reduce feedback
• 1962: Double cutaway design introduced
• 1964: Super’Tron pickup added in the neck position
• 1965: Serial number moved to the back of the headstock
Controls
• Pickup Selector: Switch to select pickup configuration (rear = neck, middle = both, front = bridge)
• Master Tone Selector: 3-position tone control (bass emphasis / neutral / treble roll-off)
• Master Volume: Overall output level
• Neck Pickup Volume: Independent control for neck pickup
• Bridge Pickup Volume: Independent control for bridge pickup
Specifications
• Year: 1967
• Serial Number: 97388 (9 = September, 7 = 1967, 388 = production number)
• Pots date: 1376640 (CTS 1966 week 40)• Bridge: Compton installed (original bridge in the case)
• Case candy: Gretsch original certificate in a Gretsch envelope
• Pickups: Filter’Tron
• Tuners: Original Grover tuners
• Case: Original Gretsch hard case