1962 Gibson L-5CN In Natural Finish
This Guitar Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks
In Very Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Purchased From The Original Owner Who Acquired The Guitar New In 1963
Finish Shows Some Natural Checking And Light Cosmetic Play Wear Throughout, Including Various Small Marks And Scratches
Some Visible Shrinking On Pickguard As Shown
Evidence Of Previous Neck Reset And Reglued Heelcap (See Photos)
Made In Kalamazoo, MI
17" Body With Venetian Cutaway, Highly Figured Maple Back And Sides And Solid Spruce Top
5-Piece Flame Maple Neck With Bound Ebony Fingerboard And Mother Of Pearl Block Inlays
Original Frets Are On The Lower Side With Visible Play Wear And Evidence Of Previous Level/Dressing, Overall Good Playable Condition
Adjustable Rosewood Bridge With Gold Engraved Tailpiece
Gold Grover Tuners With Keystone Buttons
25.5" Scale Length
1 11/16" Nut Width
Neck Depth At 1st Fret: 0.82"
Neck Depth At 10th Fret: 0.91"
Weighs 6lbs 4oz
Comes As Shown With Original Hard Shell Case
A 1962 Gibson L-5CN is a classic 17" archtop jazz guitar, prized for its elegance and warm, authoritative tone. Finished in natural blonde, it features a hand-carved spruce top, figured maple back and sides, a Venetian cutaway, and an ebony fingerboard with block inlays. Known for its rich acoustic resonance and smooth amplified voice, the L-5CN has long been a gold standard for professional jazz players and collectors alike.
This item is sold As-Described
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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