Alvarez 5063 Vintage Acoustic, w/padded gig bag, setup review, & shipping

This guitar is in exceptional condition... a straight neck, great action... good finish... (there are two white "blush" areas on the top that are only seen at a certain viewing angle) Frets are in very good condition... as is the fretboard. We're including the padded Alvarez gig bag.

Alvarez Model 5063 "Wildwood Special"

The Alvarez 5063 Wildwood Special is a highly regarded vintage acoustic guitar, often sought after for its resemblance to the Gibson J-45 and Paul McCartney’s famous Epiphone Texan. Part of the "Wildwood" series, this model is known for its slope-shoulder dreadnought body style and "mountain tone" that balances crisp highs with a resonant midrange.

Production Era: This model was primarily produced in the late 1970s through the early 1990s, with production officially discontinued in 1993.

Serial Number Insights (E51802): Based on vintage Alvarez dating systems, the letter "E" typically corresponds to May (the 5th month). While dating exact years can vary by factory, many models from this "Wildwood" era were manufactured in Japan (MIJ) or Korea.

Technical Specifications

Body Style:  Slope-Shoulder Dreadnought (Non-cutaway)

Top Wood:  Solid Spruce (some early models used select laminate)

Back & Sides: Mahogany

Neck Material : Nato with a comfortable U-shape profile

Fingerboard:  Rosewood or Ebony with Pearloid inlays

Bridge:  Walnut; typically features a bone saddle

Hardware:  Gold tuners with distinctive amber buttons

Finish:  Natural Gloss

Frets: 20 Frets

Sales Description

Vintage Appeal with Modern Playability

Own a piece of acoustic history with the Alvarez 5063 Wildwood Special. This guitar is an exceptional value for players seeking that classic "lawsuit era" Japanese craftsmanship. Its slope-shoulder design provides a balanced, strong tone that is perfect for both fingerpicking and heavy strumming.

Key Highlights:

Aesthetic Excellence: Features original gold tuners with amber buttons and a classic natural finish that has aged beautifully over decades.

Resonant "Mountain Tone": The combination of a spruce top and mahogany (or maple/koa) body creates a rich, woody sound that rivals much more expensive vintage instruments.

Superior Build: Expertly crafted with a set-neck joint and bone nut/saddle for maximum sustain and tuning stability.