1955 Gibson J-50, serial number W3580. This guitar has been played hard over the years. Lots of truly honest wear. Player grade. See our condition notes for a more in-depth documentation of originality and condition.

Sitka Spruce and Mahogany, the Gibson slope-shoulder dreadnought sound is an iconic one, and one you will find on many of your favorite folk and classic rock records of the 20th century. And here we have our friend, the alchemy of time, to give this instrument even more life in sound.

This is a great opportunity to get a vintage piece, one that frankly looks like it's out of a movie, and feels just right. A lot of mojo here, one of those guitars that surprises you with inspiration. Call it character, ancient tone, whatever nomenclature you prefer, but this dread has it.

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• Status: in_stock
• Brand: Gibson
• Model: J-50
• Serial #: W3580
• New/Preowned: Preowned
• SKU: TMP100363
• Condition: Player condition. Back has been replaced, bridge as well. Bridge plate has been patched but appears original, Some braces have been reglued on top. The finish on the top and sides are also original. All cracks on the top have been stabilized. Clean bill of health. Frets have been replaced with minimal wear. The logo appears to have been replaced at some point as well.
• Body Type: Slope Dreadnought
• Body Type: Dreadnought
• Body Type: Large
• Back & Sides: Mahogany
• Top: Spruce - Sitka
• Neck Profile: C
• Bridge: Rosewood
• Fingerboard: Rosewood - Brazilian
• Fret Markers: Abalone dots
• Frets to Body: 14
• Pickguard: Tortoise Style
• Body Length: 20.25 in
• Upper Bout: 11.625 in
• Lower Bout: 16.125 in
• Body Depth Heel: 4 in
• Body Depth Tail: 4.875 in
• Scale Length: 24.75 in
• Nut Width: 1.6 in
• String Spacing: 1.688 in
• Weight: 4 lb. 4 oz.
• Instrument Finish: Nitrocellulose
• Tuners: Gibson Kluson style
• Case: * Hardshell Case - Generic No Name