1933 Gibson L-5 Sunburst
Description
1933 Gibson L-5 archtop guitar, made in USA; Body: sunburst finished maple back and sides and spruce top, light checking throughout, various other dings and scratches, later Venetian cutaway; Neck: ebony finish, light checking and dings; Fretboard: ebony with pearl block position markers, extension at body end; Frets: good, refret, light wear; Hardware: replacement bridge (top half of original bridge included), tarnishing to metal parts, later strap buttons; Case: original hard case; Weight: 2.33kg; Overall condition: good
*L-5 model serial numbers are not always precise, as instruments were often manufactured over a period of years, with some bodies set aside for later completion. This example is the 16" model, generally regarded as more desirable than the later 17" version. It has undergone a Venetian cutaway modification, believed to have been carried out by Louis Gallo’s workshop. In addition to the cutaway, the fingerboard has been extended by five frets to increase the player’s range.
*L-5 model serial numbers are not always precise, as instruments were often manufactured over a period of years, with some bodies set aside for later completion. This example is the 16" model, generally regarded as more desirable than the later 17" version. It has undergone a Venetian cutaway modification, believed to have been carried out by Louis Gallo’s workshop. In addition to the cutaway, the fingerboard has been extended by five frets to increase the player’s range.