Music mavens will have a unique opportunity to acquire instruments from standout artists at Guernsey’s Guitar Auction on February 27, in New York City. Culled from several private collections, the approximately 300 lots will feature acclaimed axes from Eric Clapton, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Richie Sambora, and 20 guitars from celebrated jazz and soul man George Benson.

Available for preview on February 25 and 26, further fretted-finds include a customized Charvel that belonged to Eddie Van Halen; a 1938 Larson Br…