Description:

Up for sale is an exceptional Gibson Custom Shop L-5 Wes Montgomery “Crimson”, a rare, boutique-level archtop built during Gibson’s highly regarded Crimson program.

This is not a standard production L-5. Crimson instruments were crafted in small batches by Gibson’s most skilled luthiers using hand-selected tonewoods and elevated attention to detail. These builds represent some of the finest work to come out of the Gibson Custom Shop.

This example features stunning flame maple across the back and neck, a beautifully aged sunburst finish, and elegant gold hardware throughout. The instrument is equipped with Wes Montgomery–spec appointments, including the engraved tailpiece and model-specific hardware, reinforcing its connection to one of the most iconic jazz guitarists of all time.

The result is a true collector-grade archtop with both visual presence and classic L-5 tonal depth—warm, articulate, and dynamic.

Key Features:

• Gibson Custom Shop “Crimson” build (rare, small batch production)
• L-5 archtop construction (carved top and back)
• Wes Montgomery–spec hardware and engraved tailpiece
• Highly figured flame maple back and neck
• Ebony fingerboard with block inlays
• Gold hardware
• Classic sunburst finish
• Single pickup jazz configuration

Condition:

Very clean overall condition. Light signs of careful use consistent with a high-end instrument of this age. No major issues, breaks, or repairs. Frets, neck, and electronics are all in excellent working order.

Included:

• Original Gibson Custom Shop hard case
• Crimson certificate of authenticity booklet
• Original hang tags / documentation

Why This Guitar:

Crimson L-5 builds do not surface often, especially examples with this level of figuring, completeness, and documented provenance. For collectors and serious players alike, this represents an opportunity to own a boutique-tier Gibson archtop tied to the legacy of Wes Montgomery.

Shipping:

Professionally packed and fully insured.
Signature required upon delivery.

Pick up available in Orlando, FL Area

Feel free to reach out with any questions or for additional photos.