1965 Gibson ES-335
The 1965 ES-335 represents the model at mid-decade — solid vintage instruments accessible to players and collectors who want genuine 1960s tone without the premium of early dot-necks.
Current Market Value
Excellent
$10,000–$20,000
Very Good
$5,500–$12,000
Good
$3,500–$8,000
Fair
$1,500–$4,000
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Maple (laminated, solid center block) |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Scale Length | 24.750" |
| Frets | 22 |
| Pickup Config | HH |
| Bridge | Tune-O-Matic with stop-bar |
| Tuners | Kluson Deluxe |
| Finish Options | Cherry, Sunburst, Sparkling Burgundy (rare) |
Pickups & Electronics
Two Patent Number humbuckers. Mid-1960s production maintains consistent quality.
Collector's Notes
Sparkling Burgundy and other custom colors from 1965 are rare and valuable. Standard cherry finish is the most common and practical choice.