This is a highly collectible 1998 ESP Custom Shop James Hetfield JH-2 Signature in original Black Diamond Plate. Handcrafted by ESP’s premier luthiers in Japan and limited to a production run of only 200 units worldwide, the JH-2 is one of the most iconic and sought-after Hetfield signatures ever built. It comes with the handsigned Certificate, checklist and original case.

Famous for its appearances during Metallica's Load / ReLoad era and the "I Disappear" video, this original Japanese Custom Shop build combines raw 90s Metallica aesthetic with bulletproof craftsmanship.

Key Features & Specs:

• Model: ESP Custom Shop JH-2 (James Hetfield Signature Model)

• Origin: Made in Japan (ESP Custom Shop, 1998)

• Top: Genuine Black Metal Diamond Plate

• Body: Solid Mahogany / Alder

• Neck: Set-Neck construction, Maple neck

• Fingerboard: Rosewood with 22 Extra Jumbo frets

• Inlays: Custom "Diamond Shard" inlays with the iconic 1st-fret "M" Metallica Ninja Star logo

• Pickups: Active EMG 81 (Bridge) / EMG 60 (Neck) humbuckers

• Hardware: Black Gotoh tuners, Tune-O-Matic bridge & stopbar tailpiece

• Headstock: Matching black headstock with original "ESP Custom" glitter logo

Condition & Inclusions:

• Condition: Excellent / Vintage Condition. Hardware, frets, and electronics are in perfect working order. The Black Diamond Plate top is clean and well-preserved. The edges and back have some finishwear.

• Includes:

  • Original ESP Custom Shop Hardshell Case

  • Certificate of Authenticity (COA) / Original documentation

Shipping & Terms:

Will be packed with extreme care and shipped fully insured via tracked express courier worldwide.

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