Gibson L-5 1939, Sunburst

$15,000.00

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Specs


Instrument	Archtop Guitars
Brand	Gibson
Model	L-5
Finish	Sunburst
SKU	GA529-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1939
Top	Spruce
Back and Sides	Maple
Neck/Fingerboard	Maple/Ebony
Bridge Material	Brazilian Rosewood
Tuners	Grover Imperials
Neck Profile	C
Neck Depth	0.92" - 0.99"
Scale Length	25.5"
Nut Width	1.66"
String Spacing at Saddle	2.09"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	Y
Electronics	N/A
Case	OHSC
Modifications/Repairs	holes in neck near fingerboard extension from previously installed pickup, tailpiece repaired with 4 added screws, refret, replaced pickguard

Description

This rare 1939 transitional pre-war 17” Gibson L-5, in its original sunburst finish, is a true find. It has two small holes in the neck near the fingerboard extension from a previously installed pickup, and the tailpiece has been repaired with four added screws. The guitar has been refretted and features a replaced pickguard, but is otherwise fully original, including its original brown Lifton hardshell case. Beyond its stunning appearance, this L-5 boasts an exceptionally balanced resonance and impressive volume, perfect for acoustic playing without the need for amplification. It has just undergone a complete precision setup and service, ensuring it's in top playing condition for its next owner.

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