Gibson Custom Shop Kirk Hammett's Iconic '79 Flying V! - SLASH $6,000 OFF! (Limited Time)
Gibson Custom Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V Slash $6,000 off the at Sweetwater! Own a piece of Metallica history—limited time offer. Shop now!
Gibson Custom Shop Kirk Hammett's Iconic '79 Flying V! Own a Piece of Metallica History - HUGE Savings at Sweetwater! For a limited time only, Sweetwater is offering a staggering $6,000 discount on the Gibson Custom Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V. That's right – you can own a meticulous recreation of the very guitar that fueled Metallica's legendary early albums from Kill 'Em All to Ride the Lightning, for a fraction of the original price.
Gibson Custom Shop Kirk Hammett Was $14,999 - NOW just $8,999!
Grab the Gibson Custom Shop Kirk Hammett's Iconic '79 Flying V. This isn't just any guitar; it's a time machine. Gibson Custom has painstakingly recreated every scratch, dent, and imperfection of Kirk's original '79 Flying V, down to the gaffer tape on the back and the extra screw holes on the headstock.
It's so accurate that it could fool Kirk himself!
This Axe is Loaded with Killer Features
- Relic'd to Perfection: Experience the look and feel of a guitar that's seen decades of rock and roll history.
- '70s Vibe: Authentic 3-piece mahogany neck with volute, late '70s Tune-o-matic bridge, and rounded headstock capture the era perfectly.
- Raw Power: Snarling Gibson T-Type humbuckers deliver the aggressive tone that defines metal.
- Historical Significance: This is the guitar that shaped the sound of Metallica and influenced generations of musicians.
A Rare Find - Only 200 Available Worldwide (Sweetwater's Got 15!)
Don't miss your chance to own this incredibly limited-edition instrument. This is a must-have for any serious Metallica fan, collector, or anyone who appreciates a genuinely iconic guitar.
What's in the Case:
The SKB Flying V case is a replica of Kirk's own, complete with exclusive Kirk Hammett and Metallica-themed case candy. 
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More Information
- +Meticulously accurate relic'd recreation of Kirk's original '79 Flying V
- +Authentic '70s hardware and construction
- +Gibson T-Type humbuckers deliver aggressive metal tone
- +Only 200 made worldwide
- +Includes SKB case with exclusive Metallica case candy
- +Significant $6,000 discount for limited time
- −High price point even with discount
- −Limited availability (only 15 at Sweetwater)
- −Relic'd finish may not appeal to players preferring pristine instruments
What makes this Gibson Flying V special?
Gibson Custom meticulously recreated Kirk Hammett's original 1979 Flying V, matching every scratch, dent, gaffer tape mark, and headstock imperfection. It features authentic '70s construction with a 3-piece mahogany neck, Gibson T-Type humbuckers, and historically accurate hardware that defined Metallica's early sound.
How much is the discount?
Sweetwater is offering a $6,000 discount on the Gibson Custom Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V, reducing the price from $14,999 to $8,999 for a limited time only.
How many of these guitars exist?
Only 200 Gibson Custom Kirk Hammett 1979 Flying V guitars were made worldwide as a limited edition. Sweetwater currently has 15 units available.
What pickups does it have?
The guitar features Gibson T-Type humbuckers, which deliver the aggressive, snarling tone characteristic of Metallica's early albums from Kill 'Em All through Ride the Lightning.
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