Gibson J-45 1949, Sunburst

This 1949 Gibson J-45 has held up remarkably well, with a sunburst finish that still turns heads and just the right amount of wear to show it’s been played, not parked. It’s had a clean neck reset and a rebuilt nut, with replaced saddle and tuners that do the job without drawing too much attention. The original frets are still in place—small, for sure, but the setup makes it an easy ride up and down the neck. Tonally, it’s got that warm, open J-45 sound that made these guitars famous—earthy, punchy, and full of character. A well-sorted post-war Gibson that’s aged gracefully without giving up the fight.  Comes with a chipboard case.