Gibson L-7 1936, Sunburst

$3,800.00

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Specs


Instrument	Archtop Guitars
Brand	Gibson
Model	L-7
Finish	Sunburst
SKU	GA511-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1936
Top	Spruce
Back and Sides	Maple
Neck/Fingerboard	Mahogany/Brazilian Rosewood
Bridge Material	Rosewood
Tuners	Original Grover
Radius	7.25"
Neck Profile	Soft "V"
Neck Depth	0.955" - 1.047"
Scale Length	24.75"
Nut Width	1.750"
String Spacing at Saddle	2.047"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	Y
Electronics	N
Case	Vintage Dark Maroon Lined Hard Shell Case
Modifications/Repairs	New nut, replacement bridge, center seam crack repair, crack repair under fingerboard extension, a few small spots of finish touch up
Note	CVG technicians use calipers to provide the accurate measurements found above. We acknowledge variance within the manufacturing process and treat each instrument as an individual case. The following are common industry nut width fractions converted to decimal form
1 9/16”	1.563”
1 5/8”	1.625”
1 11/16”	1.688”
1 3/4”	1.750”
1 7/8”	1.875”

Description

In 1936, the L-7 was one of the finest stringed instruments available for purchase. Its exquisite inlays on the fretboard and headstock made its player stand out in the big bands of the days, and its sunburst finish reminded you that only a Gibson is good enough. This example is in remarkable shape for nearing 90 years of age. It's had some crack repairs, some finish touch up, a new nut, and a new pickguard, but it remains a '30s time capsule otherwise. It has warm responsive tone and is perfect for a variety of playing styles. Includes vintage hard shell case with dark maroon interior.

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