1920 Gibson L-1 Archtop.

Built just after World War I, making it a true piece of American guitar history.

This model predates the iconic flat-top L-1 that Robert Johnson played (his was a 1928), making this one even older.


Purchased directly from Carter Vintage Guitars.

Comes with a hard case.


Beautifully preserved for a 100+ year-old instrument. Warm, woody tone and that unmistakable early-Gibson character.


A real collector’s piece that’s also still fully playable.


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Pick up in East Nashville. 

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Listed6 months ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
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Brand
Model
  • L-1 Archtop
Finish
  • Brown
Categories
Year
  • 1902 - 1925
Made In
  • United States
Pickup
  • None
Color Family
  • Brown
Body Shape
  • Archtop
String Type
  • Steel
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Model Family
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Neck Material
  • Mahogany
Finish Style
  • Gloss
Top Material
  • Spruce
Series
Back Material
  • Mahogany
Sides Material
  • Mahogany
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Active Preamp
  • No
Number of Frets
  • 19

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Caldwell Guitars Nashville

Nashville, TN, United States
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