Gibson 50th Anniversary Flying V 2008 - Brimstone Burst

The 2008 Gibson 50th Anniversary Flying V in Brimstone Burst is one of the coolest guitars to come out of Gibson's Guitar of the Month series. Released in March 2008 as a limited run of just 1,000 guitars, it celebrates 50 years of the Flying V with a completely unique design, some seriously beautiful appointments, and a finish you won't find on an ordinary V. This particular example is numbered 0631 and has been exceptionally well preserved.

That Brimstone Burst finish is gorgeous. The figured maple top has a deep red center that transitions into nearly black edges, with a subtle flame that becomes more pronounced in the light. The beveled body, gold hardware, bound ebony fingerboard with split-block inlays, and distinctive arrowhead-shaped headstock really set this model apart. Plus gold frets!

One of my favorite features is the Steinberger gearless tuners. I've owned three of these Flying Vs now, and I absolutely love how precise these tuners are. They're incredibly smooth, hold tuning beautifully, and give the headstock a wonderfully clean appearance without conventional tuning keys.

The neck has a comfortable, slimmer profile, measuring 20.8mm at the first fret and 22.7mm at the twelfth. The frets are buttery smooth, the medium action feels great, and intonation is spot on. The current setup passed inspection without needing any adjustments. At just 6.91 lbs on my scale, it's also a remarkably lightweight Flying V.

The original Gibson '57 Classic humbuckers deliver wonderfully clean, articulate tones, and all electronics function correctly.

Condition is Excellent. There are no chips, dings, finish cracks, or checking. The only wear worth mentioning is some very light finish swirling visible under bright lighting. Otherwise, the body, neck, back, frets, and hardware are exceptionally clean.

Includes the original Gibson Guitar of the Month hard case with its commemorative 2008 shroud and complete case candy. One small thing worth knowing: I've found these beveled Flying Vs fit quite snugly in their original cases, particularly around the lower corners, so a little care is needed when putting them away.

A few highlights:

• Limited 2008 Guitar of the Month release — 1 of 1,000 produced.

• Beautiful Brimstone Burst figured maple top with distinctive beveled edges.

• Original Gibson '57 Classic pickups and gold hardware.

• Steinberger gearless tuners and unique bound arrowhead headstock.

• Excellent condition, original hard case, and complete case candy.

The photos shown are real photographs of this exact guitar. I do not use AI-generated imagery, replacement backgrounds, or image manipulation to misrepresent the condition of my guitars. What you see is the instrument you’ll receive.

Like all my guitars, this one’s been cared for and dialed in—no guesswork, no surprises, just a great instrument that’s ready to play. I personally inspect and test every guitar before it ships, making sure it’s in the exact condition I’d want to receive myself. These guitars come from me, not a shop—each one gets the kind of attention and care only a real guitar lover gives. Ships fast and fully insured via Reverb Safe Shipping.

⏳ Quick note: These guitars don’t usually sit. Most are purchased within 3–7 days, and I regularly hear from watchers after the listing has already sold. If this one’s on your radar, now’s the window!