Leo Scala “JAWS” (2004) — 1-of-1 Early Scala Art Guitar, Ultra Rare

JAWS — a truly one-of-one, impossibly rare early work from renowned luthier Leo Scala, circa 2004.

Built long before Scala became one of the most sought-after boutique builders in the world (with instruments today reaching $15,000–$20,000+), this piece stands as one of his most unique artistic creations.

The top features a real shark jaw, sealed under epoxy and surrounded by a hand-carved ocean-themed surface. The carved ripples and wave contours radiate outward from the jaws, creating the illusion of a creature emerging from stormy water. The finish work is wild, atmospheric, and unmistakably early-Scala — bold, experimental, and fearless.

The neck is a supernatural birdseye maple piece with a feel reminiscent of an Ernie Ball Music Man Van Halen — smooth, fast, and incredibly comfortable. Underneath the visual insanity lies a serious guitar:
a single-cut mahogany body, wrap-tail bridge, and single humbucker layout that delivers a shockingly authentic ’59 Junior–style voice. This isn’t just wall art — it genuinely plays and sounds great.

For collectors of Leo Scala’s work, this is a rare chance to acquire a true one-off, built before the world knew his name — a museum-grade example of his early imagination and craftsmanship.

There is only one Scala JAWS, and this is it.