Its latest includes one of the most sought-after Gibson guitars ever produced – a 1959 Korina Flying V.These models don't come cheap, of course. Exclusivity is obviously a key factor determining those lofty price tags, but for some fans, the opportunity to own some historic Gibson gear is too good to ignore. In conversation with the Gibson Gazette, Certified Vintage Manager Mitch Conrad has expressed his desire to start a new chapter in the firm’s era – one that would see Gibson partner with artists to sell off their own vintage instruments. “I would absolutely love to,” he says when asked about the prospect of working with artists in the future. Or maybe it’s something that gets added to the Made to Measure menu [think Custom Shop guitars on steroids].