1946 Gibson L-7 Archtop Sunburst Carved Spruce Maple Back USA Vintage

Description

Up for sale is a 1946 Vintage Gibson L-7 Archtop, finished in classic Sunburst, made in the USA during the early post-war era of the 1940s. This is a fully hand-carved archtop featuring a solid spruce top with flamed maple back and sides, delivering the rich, resonant tone Gibson is known for.

This L-7 offers a lively acoustic voice with a warm overall character and articulate, bright highs, making it an excellent choice for jazz, swing, and vintage-inspired playing.

🎸 Details

Brand: Gibson
Model: L-7 Archtop
Year: 1946
Era: Early Post-War (1940s)
Made in: USA
Top: Hand-Carved Solid Spruce
Back & Sides: Flamed Maple
Finish: Sunburst

Weight: 5 lbs 14 oz
Nut Width: 46 mm
1st Fret Thickness: 22 mm
Neck Shape: C-Shape
Action: 2 mm
Serial Number: 98986

Frets:
• Professionally leveled and dressed

Tuners:
• Replaced

Case:
• New Hardshell Case Included

✨ Condition

Good honest vintage condition. Fully playable with stable tuning and comfortable action. Structurally sound with typical wear expected from an 80-year-old instrument.

Notable details:
• Treble side: Professionally repaired top crack (stable, does not affect playability)
• Bass side: Finish wear and checking only, no structural damage
• Binding: Minor localized separation along the side, stable and limited
• General: Scratches, dents, finish checking, and cosmetic aging throughout

A beautiful, vintage-correct Gibson archtop with tons of character and history.

📦 Shipping

USA – $97
Worldwide – $300
Shipped via UPS or DHL only, fully insured and professionally packed.

🌍 YES, WE SHIP INTERNATIONALLY!

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