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**Due to the high value nature of this guitar and us just starting out on our Reverb journey we are only offering this guitar as collection only if sold via this platform** PRS 2023 Private Stock Modern Eagle V in Galaxy Fade | MINT | Serial: 23-359693Bought New on 26/03/23 - Extremely light play, exquisite condition throughout! | Curly Maple Top w/Matched Stained Backplates | Roasted Curly Maple Neck, Fretboard, Truss Rod Cover & Headstock | African Mahogany Back | MOP w/Blue Luminlay Outline Birds + Matching PS Eagle Headstock Inlay | 2x Paul's TCI & PRS Singlecoil NS-01 Pickups | Phase III Tuners w/Ivoroid Buttons | Gen III Trem Bridge w/Locking Saddles | PS Paisley Case | Blue Luminlay Side Dots | High Gloss Nitro | Bone Nut | Smoked Black Hardware | COA | Our Price: £9199 | New RRP: £11999 | £2800 SAVING (over new RRP) OverviewWe bring you something extremely special from the rarefied heights of PRS Private Stock - this absolutely exquisite Modern Eagle V showcases the very pinnacle of craftsmanship, innovation and materials that Paul Reed Smith has to offer culminating in a true heirloom quality instrument. Finished in the mind-blowing Galaxy Fade colourway with matching backplates...we believe there is a high chance this could be the only Private Stock MEV with this exceptional finish currently in the UK. This is a nice and lightweight MEV weighing in at a comfortable 3.57kg/7.87lbs.The guitar was purchased brand new on 26/03/23 from an authorised PRS dealer for £11,499 (£500 off RRP with a part-ex deal). The original receipt will be included.This guitar was sadly only owned for a few short months before the buyer passed away. As the photographs bear witness, the guitar was lovingly cared for. It is in entirely mint condition throughout having only had extremely light usage.As you'd expect the specification on this guitar is outstanding with the timber selection being second to none. The striking maple top is densely figured, the stain and High Gloss Nitro finish really showcase the maple's depth and character. This top has been perfectly paired with a beautiful one-piece African mahogany back for an iconic tonewood combination. The pattern profile neck is crafted from an intensely flamed roasted curly maple. This is by far the nicest figured maple neck that we have ever seen, our pictures simply do not do it justice. It is holographic to the extreme and is certainly the most exceptional neck that we've ever set our eyeballs on - just beautiful! It has been left unstained so the caramel hue nicely balances off the overall aesthetic of the guitar. The neck has an equally alluring roasted curly maple fingerboard with matching headstock veneer and truss rod cover.In keeping with the "galaxy" theme, the mother-of-pearl bird inlays & Private Stock Eagle headstock inlay are outlined in a blue Luminlay as well as the side dots, they look fantastic in the dark (see pics below) and are a very functional addition for gigging. Continuing this theme further, PRS' finest Smoked Black hardware is featured throughout with a Smoked Black PRS Gen III tremolo bridge w/locking saddles and Phase III set-screw locking tuning pegs for the ultimate in stability. The tuning pegs feature ivoroid buttons which match superbly with the bone nut. A pair of Paul's TCI humbuckers feature as bass and treble pickups with a PRS NS-01 Singlecoil in the middle. Mini-toggle switches allow you to initiate an isolated split of each humbucker to produce a superior singlecoil sound. [An isolated split completely removes one of the coils from the circuit and leaves the 2nd coil fully active, this is as opposed to splitting one of the coils just by grounding like as with a standard coil split].In addition to this, activating the Push/Pull Tone Knob will bring into play both humbuckers simultaneously allowing you to use all three pickups at once. Please see the PRS Control Diagram below for a full breakdown of all switching options available - suffice to say, this is a session musician's dream!Included for free in the sale is a £400 handmade Randy padded leather strap. The owner had it crafted to match the colours of the Galaxy Fade finish and it is adorned with leather PRS birds along its length. Black Schaller strap locks have been fitted to the guitar and strap (original PRS strap buttons included in case). The guitar comes with a fantastic brown Private Stock Paisley case, this is in excellent condition with just one minor mark on the top right of the leather edging, apart from this it's like new (please note the case key has been misplaced).With an RRP of £11,999 here is an extremely rare chance to get a nearly new Private Stock Modern Eagle V at an unbeatable price! To help discover the full picture of what this instrument delivers please see the specifications on the certificate (image at the bottom of description).Full model details can be viewed on the Certificate of Authenticity in the gallery - this Private Stock Modern Eagle V is feature packed, naturally if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.More photographs available upon request.See our other instruments for a stunning selection of the unique, boutique, elusive & off-beat!  The original owner purchased two superb Private Stock guitars and we are offering the other for sale in a separate listing - the other Private Stock is a mint condition 2022 Special Semi-Hollow Limited Edition in a vivid Citrus Glow finish. Please have a look in our other items if you are interested.

Paul's 85 Private Stock is part of the exclusive PRS lineup, offering exquisite craftsmanship and high-end performance. This guitar is designed for discerning musicians who demand the best in playability and tone.