INSTRUMENT AUTHENTICATION & IDENTIFICATION REPORT

Blue Note Certified Instrument Examination

INSTRUMENT IDENTIFICATION

Manufacturer: Gretsch
Model: G5230T Electromatic Jet FT Single-Cut
Configuration: Solid-body electric guitar with Bigsby vibrato
Finish: Firebird Red
Identification Status: Confirmed by verified specifications and physical configuration
Condition Classification: Like New / Exceptional Condition

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Blue Note Music has examined and documented the subject instrument through detailed photographic inspection and verification of its identifying specifications and features.

Based on the verified specifications, construction, electronics configuration, hardware, finish, body style, and overall physical characteristics, the instrument is identified as a:

Gretsch G5230T Electromatic Jet FT Single-Cut with Bigsby — Firebird Red

The instrument's observed and verified features are consistent with the factory configuration associated with this model. No discrepancies were identified that would contradict the stated model identification.

At the time of examination, the guitar was found to be in like new condition, exhibiting an exceptional level of preservation.

VERIFIED IDENTIFICATION CHARACTERISTICS

The following characteristics support the identification of the subject instrument:

Body & Construction

• Single-cutaway Jet body design

• Chambered body construction

• Arched top configuration

• Bound body

• Firebird Red gloss finish

• Traditional Gretsch Jet styling and proportions

Neck & Fingerboard

• Set-neck construction

• Mahogany neck

• Bound fingerboard

• Neo-Classic thumbnail position markers

• 22-fret configuration

• Gretsch-style headstock design

Electronics

• Dual Black Top Filter'Tron-style humbucking pickups

• Individual pickup volume controls

• Master volume control

• Master tone control

• Factory-style Gretsch control layout

Hardware

• Bigsby B50 vibrato tailpiece

• Anchored Adjusto-Matic bridge configuration

• Gretsch-style control knobs

• Factory-style tuners

• Gretsch Electromatic pickguard

The combined configuration of these features is consistent with the Gretsch G5230T Electromatic Jet FT model.

ORIGINALITY ASSESSMENT

Originality Classification: VERIFIED FACTORY-CONFIGURATION FEATURES

The instrument's visible components, hardware, electronics configuration, pickups, finish, bridge system, vibrato unit, neck construction, and cosmetic appointments have been verified as consistent with the model's factory specifications.

Verified components include:

• Body and finish configuration

• Neck and fingerboard configuration

• Pickup configuration

• Control layout

• Bridge system

• Bigsby vibrato system

• Pickguard

• Tuners and associated hardware

No non-factory modifications were identified during the documented examination.

Because individual components can only be conclusively authenticated through physical inspection beyond what is visible in photographs, this report should be understood as documenting the verified configuration and condition of the instrument based upon the examination and specifications available at the time of certification.

CONDITION ASSESSMENT

Overall Condition: LIKE NEW

Blue Note Music Condition Grade:

A+ — Exceptional / Collector Grade

The subject instrument presents in exceptionally well-preserved condition.

The examination indicates:

• Excellent overall cosmetic presentation

• No significant finish damage observed

• No major dents, cracks, or structural concerns observed

• Hardware presents in exceptionally clean condition

• Electronics and controls have been verified

• Neck and playing specifications have been verified

• Original factory configuration has been retained

The instrument displays the characteristics expected of a carefully maintained, minimally used example.

AUTHENTICATION CONCLUSION

Based on the physical characteristics documented, the verified specifications, and the examination of the instrument's construction and configuration, Blue Note Music identifies and certifies the subject guitar as a Gretsch G5230T Electromatic Jet FT Single-Cut with Bigsby in Firebird Red.

The instrument's configuration is consistent with the manufacturer's specifications for this model, and no contradictory or significant non-original features were identified during the examination.

FINAL IDENTIFICATION

GRETSCH G5230T ELECTROMATIC JET FT SINGLE-CUT WITH BIGSBY
Finish: Firebird Red
Condition: Like New
Blue Note Music Grade: A+ — Exceptional / Collector Grade
Configuration Status: Verified and Consistent with Factory Specifications

BLUE NOTE MUSIC CERTIFICATION STATEMENT

This report represents the professional identification and condition assessment of the instrument based upon the evidence, photographs, specifications, and physical characteristics available during examination.

Authentication and originality conclusions apply specifically to the instrument in the configuration documented at the time of inspection. Future modifications, repairs, replacement components, or undisclosed historical information may affect these conclusions.

Certified by: Blue Note Music
Location: Wentzville, Missouri

Blue Note Certified — Professionally Identified. Carefully Examined. Documented for the Future.