Yep, do consider the BG50s. I like both, but I would choose Yardbirds for typical 60s sounds, they're sweeter and "slimmer" than the BGs. :D
My Yardbirds are in a MIJ Custom... alder body, rosewood fingerboard.
"slimmer" to me means lighter-toned without getting thin. I was half expecting "thin" and possibly rather bright when I ordered Yardbirds. But no, they cut through mixes really well but retain a body and sweetness that's hard to beat. Playing solo tele in front of the tv or pc, I find the BGs more satisfying, but for putting in a mix, I find the Yardbirds much more versatile.