Gibson L-C Century, Sunburst (1933)

This 1933 Gibson L-Century has just arrived at the shop! It's a lightweight example of the model from its first year of production (the L-Century was unveiled at Chicago's 1933 World's Fair, commemorating the city's 100th anniversary).

Essentially an L-00 with Maple back & sides, alongside its trademark celluloid fingerboard and headstock veneer, this L-Century is deeply resonant & exhibits an utterly charming, warm, woody voice. It plays beautifully, thanks to a recent refret by luthier Laurent Brondel. If you've wanted to own one of these guitars, but hesitated because you didn't know how you'd get the thing refretted -- you're in luck! Brondel also made the replacement bridge which currently sits on the guitar.

The nut is also a very well-made replacement. The guitar's other structural components are all original; and they've been inspected by our techs for health and stability. It bears repeating that this is a great-sounding example of the model -- check out the accompanying video for a taste of what it can do! Price includes the original hard case, which is significantly worn. Please contact us if you'd like to discuss case alternatives.

• Materials//Top--Red Spruce, Back & Sides--Maple, Neck--Mahogany, Fingerboard--Celluloid, Bridge--Rosewood (replacement), Nut & Saddle--Bone, Bracing--X bracing, Construction--Hide Glue (Dovetail neck joint), Finish--Nitrocellulose Lacquer (Original)
• Neck Specs//Carve--Soft V, Nut Width--1 3/4", String Spacing--2 5/16", Scale Length--24 7/8", Truss Rod--Adjustable

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