this is a gibson alvin lee limited edition es-335 pilot series (serial #40 of only 50 made). this guitar is a tribute to alvin lee's big red of ten years after. this is the exact replica of the 1959 es-335 that was played by alvin lee at woodstock not to be confused with the cheaper unlimited version. this guitar was build by gibson's custom shop division. all the hardware, decals and finish have been aged by the custom shop magicien to replicate alvin's original "big red". it is in mint condition and comes with a custom shop case, custom care kit, including a gibson vintage guitar cable, the gibson check list and tags. i also come with an hand signed certificate of authenticity by alvin lee. bailey.john12@yahoo.com