~1935 Gibson L-5 Sunburst
Description
Gibson L5 Non Cutaway
Circa 1936
One owner
17 inch lower bout
Sunburst Finish
SN 93422
20 Fret
Bound cellulose pick guard
30’s Gibson script headstock
Gold plated small button Kluson tuners
“L-5” engraved trapeze tailpiece
OHSC with keys
Notes:
Tape wrap on case handle.
Finish wear in areas - see photos.
Small repair in pickguard, professionally done.
Replacement truss rod cover.Tuners are replacements.
The owner's father purchased the L-5 prior to enlisting in the Army Air Force Band in 1942. While he was stationed in France, he played in the band with Henry Mancini, who also was his roommate. As far as we know, he used this guitar until he purchased the Guild new in 1966, which he then began to play. The L-12 was a swap he made for a mandolin he had.This L-5 is well played and a great sounding instrument. The Guild and L-12 are also listed on my page.
This guitar has a nice warm sound, with its parallel braced top.
Instrument will be carefully packed.
Circa 1936
One owner
17 inch lower bout
Sunburst Finish
SN 93422
20 Fret
Bound cellulose pick guard
30’s Gibson script headstock
Gold plated small button Kluson tuners
“L-5” engraved trapeze tailpiece
OHSC with keys
Notes:
Tape wrap on case handle.
Finish wear in areas - see photos.
Small repair in pickguard, professionally done.
Replacement truss rod cover.Tuners are replacements.
The owner's father purchased the L-5 prior to enlisting in the Army Air Force Band in 1942. While he was stationed in France, he played in the band with Henry Mancini, who also was his roommate. As far as we know, he used this guitar until he purchased the Guild new in 1966, which he then began to play. The L-12 was a swap he made for a mandolin he had.This L-5 is well played and a great sounding instrument. The Guild and L-12 are also listed on my page.
This guitar has a nice warm sound, with its parallel braced top.
Instrument will be carefully packed.