Short Description:

A Gorgeous Collings I-35 LC V in an Aged Tobacco Sunburst Finish!

What We Think:

The Collings I-35 LC V is a masterfully balanced semi-hollow that delivers vintage soul with the unmistakable precision Collings is known for. Its maple laminate body with a maple/spruce center block offers airy resonance with focused punch, while the Honduran mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard feel effortlessly smooth and inviting. Throbak ESG-102B pickups add rich harmonic depth and articulate warmth, brought to life through 50s-style wiring and Luxe Bumblebee caps. Finished in an aged Tobacco Sunburst nitro, this guitar feels beautifully broken-in yet impeccably built—an heirloom-worthy investment designed to inspire for decades.

Manufacturer Description:

Drawing inspiration from the best instruments of the 1960s, our latest offering in the I-35 lineup provides an exceptionally loose and organic feel, achieved through a ground up reworking of everything from its laminate and center block recipes to its neck construction. Custom Throbak pickups, Luxe Bumblebee capacitors, and our proprietary aged finish and hardware process bring its open, acoustic response to life, expanding its versatility and proving that, although it looks every bit the part of a time-tested instrument, its appeal is more than just skin deep.

I-35 LC vs I-35 LC Vintage

While both models share the same body dimensions, key differences are outlined below.

The I-35 LC features our standard laminate construction and center block formulas, neck design, and electronics, including Lollar Low Wind Imperial humbuckers (standard), Jupiter Vintage Yellow capacitors, and non-aged finish and hardware (standard).  Non-“Vintage” I-35 and I-35 LC models are available with a wide variety of custom options.

The I-35 LC Vintage features unique laminate construction / center block formulas and redesigned neck, all designed to provide a looser, more vintage-inspired tone and response.  Adding to that character, it also features custom Throbak ESG-102B humbuckers and Luxe Bumblebee capacitors, plus our aged finish and hardware treatment.  In keeping with the vision for this model, our I-35 LC Vintage is available with very limited custom options.

Specifications:

Construction: Semi-Hollow w/ Maple/Spruce Center Block

Finish: Aged Tobacco Sunburst

Body: Maple Laminate

Top: Maple Laminate

Neck: Honduran Mahogany

Neck Joint: Extra Long Mortise & Tenon

Body Binding: Non-Grained Ivoroid

Fingerboard Binding: Non-Grained Ivoroid

Peghead Binding: None

Fingerboard: Rosewood w/ MOP Long Dots (5 mm Non-Tapered)

Fingerboard Radius: 12"

Soundhole: F-Holes (Unbound)

Bridge: Kluson ABR-1 (Nickel-Plated Zinc w/ Retaining Wire)

Tailpiece: Kluson Stop Tailpiece (Nickel-Plated Zinc, Steel Studs)

Pickups: Throbak ESG-102B

Pots/Caps: CTS 500K / Luxe Bumblebee

Wiring: 50s Style

Knobs: Gold or Black Reflector Top Knobs

Pickup Rings: Black

Nut Width: 1 11/16"

Scale Length: 24 7/8"

Frets: Medium 18% Nickel-Silver

Peghead Veneer: Ebony w/ MOP Collings Logo

Peghead Profile: Haircut

Tuners: Nickel Gotoh w/ Collings Logo

Guitar Finish: High Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer (Aged)

Pickguard: Black/Cream/Black

Truss Rod Cover: Black/Cream/Black

Strings: D'Addario NYXL1046 (.010–.046)

Case: Deluxe Hardshell Case

Body Width: 15"

Body Length: 17 5/8"

Body Depth: 1 5/8"

Total Length: 40"

Weight: 6lbs 12oz