Gretsch 6128T-59 Duo Jet 1959 Reissue - Japan 2017

Here is a 2017 Gretsch G6128T-59 Vintage Select Duo Jet finished in Cadillac Green, a beautifully executed reissue that captures the elegance and sonic character of Gretsch’s late-’50s golden era. The Duo Jet has long been one of Gretsch’s most distinctive designs, combining solidbody attack with hollow-style resonance, and this Vintage Select model faithfully recreates that balance with premium build quality and classic styling.

This example features a chambered mahogany body with an arched laminated maple top, delivering a lightweight feel with open resonance and excellent acoustic response. It is loaded with TV Jones T-Armond pickups, known for their articulate clarity, wide dynamic range, and ability to move effortlessly from glassy cleans to gritty, mid-forward crunch. The result is a highly expressive voice suited to rock, country, blues, and jazz alike.

The neck has a comfortable ‘U’ profile with a smooth rosewood fingerboard and a 12" radius, offering a fast yet controlled playing feel across the entire fretboard. A Bigsby B3C vibrato system adds subtle shimmer and expressive pitch control, while the Synchro-Sonic bridge ensures solid tuning stability and accurate intonation even with tremolo use.

This example presents in excellent condition, showing only light signs of careful use. It remains exceptionally clean overall, with all hardware and electronics functioning as intended. The guitar plays effortlessly and delivers the unmistakable Gretsch snap, warmth, and articulation that the Duo Jet is known for.

Specifications:

Year:2017
Country: Japan
Model: Gretsch G6128T-59 Vintage Select '59 Duo Jet
Finish: Cadillac Green
Body: Chambered Mahogany
Neck: Mahogany
Fingerboard: Rosewood, 12" Radius
Scale: 24.6"
Pickups: TV Jones T-Armond
Bridge: Synchro-Sonic
Case: Original Gretsch Deluxe Hardshell