John was taken by his new guitar and made it his main axe from that point on, using several different versions over the ensuing years. In 1966, during the recording of Revolver, John Lennon and George Harrison acquired sunburst Epiphone Casino guitars. 'The Epiphone John Lennon 1965 Casino Electric Guitar has a heritage as fascinating as the man whose name it bears. Very minor play-related wear, in overall great condition! Includes OHSC, cert, and pictured paraphernalia. Only 1,965 units were produced, this one being no. 2008 Epiphone Limited Edition John Lennon '1965' Casino, a faithful reproduction of Lennon's original Casino he bought in 1966, from the sunburst finish to the stock hardware.