1963 Gibson Hummingbird Natural

Description

A 1963 Gibson Hummingbird Acoustic Guitar. 1963 was the First official year of Natural Finish being a Hummingbird option. Only 97 Natural Finish Hummingbirds were produced in 1963, according to Gibson shipping totals. Spruce Top, Mahogany Back and Sides, 1 11/16" Nut Width, Single Line Kluson Tuners and Parallelogram Fingerboard Inlays. Very Good Vintage Condition displaying play wear with finish checking throughout. The bridge has been updated with a fixed saddle that really makes the guitar resonant and lively. One small back crack repair near the lower edge and a little bellying behind the bridge. The finish on the back and sides has naturally faded. Currently setup with comfortable low 5/64" 12th fret bass side action. The guitar plays and sounds great. Included is an aftermarket hardshell case. A sought after early Gibson Hummingbird.