One of the most fabled Gibsons of all time, the J-185 was originally released in 1951. Designed to be just slightly smaller in proportion to the larger SJ-200, the J-185 used similar appointments, Sitka spruce and maple back and sides for its construction. This Custom Historic 1952 J-185 is enhanced with a Thermally Aged Sitka spruce top and gorgeous flame maple back and sides. Sporting classic J-185 appointments including iconic Maltese crosses inlaid in mother-of-pearl on the open slot bridge, this is a rare model, but highly desired by artists and performers worldwide.
- SN: 21516001
- Back & Side Wood: Flamed Maple
- Body Size: Jumbo
- Top Wood: Thermally Aged Sitka Spruce
- Nut Width: 1.72"
- Neck Shape: V
- Bracing Pattern: Traditional Hand Scalloped X-Bracing
- Scale Length: 24.75"
- Pickup: None
- Tuners: Gotoh Keystone
- Case: Gibson Hardshell
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