Gibson L-5 (1947)
Vintage
The sound of this L-5 is what archtop aficionados crave -- huge, woody, and clear, without any of the brashness too-often found in newly constructed instruments made in this style.
We sold this lovely 1947 Gibson L-5 about 15 years ago; and it's wonderful to see it again! It's in gorgeous, original condition; and it's been meticulously well-maintained since it was last in the shop. The sound is what archtop aficionados crave -- huge, woody, and clear, without any of the brashness too-often found in newly constructed instruments made in this style. Our shop has set the guitar up anew, and it plays beautifully under tension of medium-gauge strings (with room to adjust the action to suit the next owner). Priced with an equally nice original hard case. On consignment; shipping calculated at checkout.| Top | Carved Sitka Spruce |
| Back & Sides | Carved Maple |
| Neck | Maple |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Bridge | Rosewood |
| Nut | Original |
| Tuners | Original Kluson |
| Finish | Original Nitrocellulose Lacquer |
| Carve | Rounded |
| Nut Width | 1 3/4" |
| Scale Length | 25 1/2" |
| Truss Rod | Adjustable |
| Inlays | MOP Blocks |
| Headstock | Gibson script in MOP |
| Serial # | 99512 |
| Case | 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.
Pricing
We price vintage instruments using current market trends and our extensive in-house sales history, ensuring each piece is accurately valued and fairly positioned.
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.
Accurate Listings
Every vintage guitar we list is authenticated by our seasoned team and photographed in high detail, with clear, honest descriptions that show exactly what you’re buying - no surprises.
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.