Gibson L5 1954 Sunburst

Now available on consignment, a 1954 Gibson L5 in its original sunburst finish.

This example of an L5 features a 17" wide body with a carved spruce top, solid flame maple back and sides, and a 2-piece maple neck with 5ply bound ebony fingerboard and flowerpot inlay.

The guitar retains most of its original parts with exception of the bridge, saddle, and a period correct replacement tortoiseshell pickguard. At some point a DeArmond pickup was installed, there are 2x small holes filled on the bass side of the neck joint from the mounting bracket.

Other than mentioned the guitar retains its original parts and finish with no touchup or overspray. The original engraved 'L5' tailpiece remains (the varitone is missing), as well as the original Seal-fast tuners. Recently setup with flatwounds, this guitar is ready to play.

An incredible sounding example of a 50s Gibson L5, includes its original Lifton case.