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Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
Gibson L-0 (1939)
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Gibson L-0 (1939)

Vintage

Currently unavailable
DOCUMENTED HONESTLYEvery repair, every change
VETTED ON THE BENCHBefore it's listed
SINCE 1968Still independent

This is a particularly warm-sounding L-0 that will please anyone who's been hunting for a special 30's Gibson flattop.

Why We Love This

Small-bodied Gibsons as sweet as this 1939 L-0 are the instant envy of all who hear them. Their dry, midrangey sound may indeed conjure images of Woody Guthrie, but they're really versatile little guitars. They've got bass enough to be an old-time band's rhythmic foundation, and a sweet punchiness that makes them sensational flatpickers.

This particular L-0 is in beautiful original condition ~ except for a professional re-fret, it's unmodified in any way, crack-free, and boasting a clean, original finish to boot. We're suckers for firestripe pickguards on a jet black finish, and the pairing on this guitar is one we'll always remember. This is a particularly warm-sounding L-0, with a super-comfortable neck, that will please anyone who's been hunting for a special 30's Gibson flattop. Priced with non-original 1960's hard case, which is handsome and fits the guitar well (see inset photo).

Please note: expedited shipping only at online checkout. Interested parties may contact us for ground shipping options.
Condition: Vintage. Fully inspected and set up by TME staff before it ships or leaves the showroom.
Top Spruce
Back & Sides Mahogany
Neck Mahogany
Fingerboard Rosewood
Bridge Rosewood
Nut Ebony
Construction Hide Glue
Finish Original lacquer
Carve Modified V
Nut Width 1 11/16"
String Spacing 2 5/16"
Scale Length 24 7/8"
Inlays MOP Dots
Headstock Gibson script logo
FON # 1468E
Case Non-original Hardshell

Every instrument is thoroughly checked and set up before shipping fully insured via UPS with tracking to your door. We reuse boxes and materials to cut waste when they meet our protection standard.

Inspect it, play it, and if it isn't right, contact us within 48 hours of delivery to arrange a return or one-time exchange. Returns are subject to a 5% restocking fee, and the buyer covers shipping both ways.

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Gibson L-0 (1939)
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Tasteful Restoration

When restoration is needed, we approach it with respect and restraint - always in service of preserving the instrument’s integrity and extending its musical life for decades to come.

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Shipping

With decades of experience shipping high-value guitars, we know how to pack and protect vintage instruments so they arrive exactly as they should: safe, sound, and ready to play.