A very rare Yamaha SG5A, commonly known as the 'Flying Samurai' model dating from 1970 (made in Japan).
 
A super rare Japanese-built Yamaha which was only produced from 1967-71. This guitar has lived a life, but is in near all original condition and sounds quite like no other comparable guitar. Stu from King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard plays a similar model and makes great use of it - worth checking out!
 
Very evidently gigged and played with numerous marks and patina to the finish - though no breaks, repairs or issues.
 
Specs:
 
Country of origin: Japan
Year of manufacture: 1970 (as per serial)
Finish: Pearl White
Bolt on maple neck
Roller bridge
6x Yamaha 'Pincushion' tuners
3x Yamaha single coil pickups (with 'blend' configuration)
 
Condition:
 
As above, it's a very used guitar with numerous marks, dings and wonderful vintage patina - but no breaks or repairs. Frets have a fair bit of wear but its playing fine - fair amount of life left in them for a level / dress, etc. Some great sounds to be had from the pickups - they are truly unique (Yamaha describes them as having 'anisotrophic ferrite magnets', fun). 2 of the knobs are missing their silver tops (pictured).
 
Modifications/repairs:
 
Replaced tremolo tip.