Pre-Owned Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret Ebony with Hardshell Case The Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret: A Legendary Jumbo Reimagined Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret Acoustic Guitar

The Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret offers a distinctive take on the celebrated J-185 design as part of the Century Collection celebrating 100 years of Gibson flat top acoustics. Moving the neck joint to the 12th fret places the bridge closer to the widest portion of the lower bout, allowing the soundboard to move freely and helping give this jumbo an expressive, richly resonant character.

Sitka Spruce and Mahogany Tonewoods

A solid Sitka spruce top is paired with mahogany back and sides for a warm, articulate voice with excellent balance across the frequency range. The satin nitrocellulose lacquer finish complements the Ebony color with an understated appearance, while cream single ply binding, the early Gibson script logo, and oval teardrop pickguard give the instrument a vintage inspired aesthetic.

Comfortable 12 Fret Gibson Acoustic Design

The mahogany neck features a SlimTaper 12 Fret profile designed for a fast, comfortable feel. A compound dovetail neck joint at the 12th fret is secured with hot hide glue, reflecting traditional Gibson acoustic construction methods. Combined with the shorter scale and relocated bridge position, the design lends itself naturally to expressive fingerstyle playing while remaining equally satisfying for light to moderate flatpicking.

Rosewood Fingerboard and Premium Appointments

The bound rosewood fingerboard is appointed with mother of pearl dot inlays, while a rectangle rosewood bridge recalls the look of early Gibson flat tops. A bone nut and bone saddle contribute to note definition and sustain, and Golden Age strap tuners provide smooth, reliable tuning stability. Nickel hardware and TUSQ bridge pins complete the appointments.

Pre-Owned Condition and Included Hardshell Case

This pre owned Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret remains all original to the best of our knowledge. Pick scratches are visible above the soundhole along with light wear consistent with regular use. The cosmetic wear is documented in the photoset. A hardshell case and case candy are included.

Specifications

• Pre-Owned
• Gibson J-185 Century 12-Fret
• Finish: Ebony
• Body Shape: J-185
• Top: Sitka Spruce
• Back: Mahogany
• Sides: Mahogany
• Single ply top and back binding
• Satin nitrocellulose lacquer finish
• Mahogany neck
• SlimTaper 12 Fret neck profile
• Compound dovetail neck joint at the 12th fret with hot hide glue
• Rosewood fingerboard
• Standard frets
• 19 frets
• Mother of pearl dot inlays
• Bone nut
• Bone saddle
• Fingerboard radius: 12 inches
• Scale length: 24.75 inches
• Rosewood rectangle bridge
• Nickel hardware
• Golden Age strap tuners
• TUSQ bridge pins
• Oval teardrop pickguard
• All original to the best of our knowledge
• Pick scratches above the soundhole
• Light cosmetic wear consistent with regular use
• Cosmetic wear documented in the photoset
• Hardshell case included
• Case candy included

This acoustic guitar ships fully insured with signature required.