Retro, reissue and vintage guitars are perfect for players who want to evoke a sense of history in their instruments as well as their playing style.
Many genres and vintage tones are steeped in the sound of the instruments used to create them, and to that end a huge number of manufacturers like to keep old favourites on the books, and go as far as reissuing exact vintage specifications, including necks and paint finishes.
Some are limited edition, while those that are particularly popular still are available indefinitely. If you're trying to nail the tone and style of a specific era or artist, it's the quickest route to putting yourself as near as possible to their tone, so why not consider a retro axe!