Hall of Fame: 1999 Gretsch G6129 Sparkle Jet MIJ Electric Guitar in Silver Sparkle

The 1999 Gretsch G6129 Sparkle Jet delivers punchy, articulate tone with its chambered mahogany body and Dynasonic pickups, offering tight lows, crisp highs and that unmistakable Gretsch sparkle. Its iconic silver sparkle finish, Bigsby vibrato and classic Jet styling make it a standout both visually and sonically, ideal for everything from rockabilly to modern indie.

Produced during the pre-Fender era at the Terada factory in Japan, this model is especially valued for its unique build character and represents a key chapter in Gretsch’s revival during the late 90s.

Year: 1999
Made in: Japan
Series: Pre-Fender Professional Collection (pre-FMIC)
Body Type: Chambered solid body
Finish: Silver sparkle top with gloss clear coat
Scale Length: 24.6" (625 mm)
Body Material: Mahogany with arched laminated maple top
Neck Material: Mahogany
Construction: Set-neck
Fretboard Material: Rosewood
Fret Count: 22 medium jumbo frets with thumbnail (neo-classic style)
Nut Width: ~1.6875" (42.8 mm)
Pickups: 2 × Dynasonic Single Coils
Controls: 2 × volume, 1 × master volume, 1 × tone (pre-FMIC spec),& 3-way toggle selector
Bridge: Adjusto-Matic style bridge
Tailpiece: Bigsby B3 vibrato
Tuners: Vintage-style open gear
Hardware Finish: Nickel
Serial Number: 9910129-1687
Date Sold: 2/8/2026
Sold For: $2,600 AUD