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Archtop Guitars

Gibson L-5 CN 1968, Natural

$10,500.00

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InstrumentArchtop Guitars
BrandGibson
ModelL-5 CN
FinishNatural
SKUGA588-A
HandednessRight
Made In Year1968
TopSpruce
Back and SidesMaple
Neck/FingerboardMaple, Ebony
Bridge MaterialEbony
TunersOriginal
Radius12"
Neck ProfileC
Neck Depth.82"-.97"
Scale Length25.25"
Nut Width1.55"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)No
ElectronicsFloating pickup
CaseOHSC
Modifications/RepairsNon original pickup, pickguard and electronics, replaced nut, pickup once removed then reinstalled, binding repair on the bottom of the fingerboard

This rare 1968 L-5 CN carries the poise of a late-’60s Gibson archtop with a set of practical updates. Pieces of the hardware have been replaced - non-original pickup, pickguard, and electronics. Additionally there’s a binding repair along the bottom edge of the fingerboard and a replacement nut. It's in excellent cosmetic condition with some light player wear, a little hardware patina and a few finish dings. Altogether, it’s a clean, seasoned L-5 with a mix of original character and mindful modifications. 

Includes 1960s Deluxe hard shell case.

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