Gibson L-7C Sunburst 1955

6-String Acoustic Guitar with Ebony Fingerboard. Made in the USA.
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Gibson L-7C Sunburst 1955

Vintage

Description & Specs

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please visit our Lincoln Avenue showroom or call to speak to one of our Used and Vintage experts.
Finish Details: Original finish.
Body Material: Maple
Body Details: Maple back and sides with spruce top. There is a large crack repair on the top.
Neck Material: Mahogany
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Neck Profile: D
Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret .807", 10th fret .875"
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00"
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 25 2/5"
Neck Details: Honduran mahogany neck with bound ebony fingerboard and parallelogram inlays. There are extra holes in the headstock from a previous truss rod cover. A strap button has been installed in the heel. A section of binding on the bass side from the first to fifth fret has been glued back in place.
Hardware: Truss rod cover and tuners have been replaced. All other hardware is original. (Bridge and bridge base are Brazilian rosewood).
Weight: 5lbs 10oz
Modifications/Repairs: The frets have been leveled, the tuners and truss rod cover have been replaced, a strap button has been installed in the neck heel, and a crack has been repaired on the top. A section of binding on the bass side of the neck from the first to fifth fret has been glued back in place.
Case Details: Original hardshell case.
Cosmetic Condition: This guitar is in good condition with wear from age and use. The finish is glossy, hazy, and weather-checked with scratches, dents, dings, chips, and areas of wear throughout. The crack repair on the top is visible.
Serial Number: 56642
Tech Notes: The guitar is currently set up with flatwound .11 gauge strings and plays well with optimal action. The frets are wide and low, showing moderate wear. The serial number dates to 1955.
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