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Gibson LG-3 (USED, 1953)
Gibson LG-3 (USED, 1953)
Gibson LG-3 (USED, 1953)
Gibson LG-3 (USED, 1953)
Gibson LG-3 (USED, 1953)
Gibson LG-3 (USED, 1953)
Gibson LG-3 (USED, 1953)
Gibson LG-3 (USED, 1953)
Gibson LG-3 (USED, 1953)
Gibson LG-3 (USED, 1953)
Gibson LG-3 (USED, 1953)
Gibson LG-3 (USED, 1953)
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Gibson LG-3 (USED, 1953)

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

Here's a lovely little 1953 Gibson LG-3 ~ in great shape, and carrying the warm, jangly voice that makes 50's LG models a great choice for a player seeking versatility. Whether you call yourself a strummer, finger-picker, session player ... a great small bodied Gibson can do it all (and yes, this one would record beautifully). Overall condition is excellent; and while it carries the expected lacquer crazing and scattered playwear you'd expect to see on a nearly-70-year old guitar, there are no old repairs or glaring cosmetic blemishes. Strap button added to neck heel. Priced with non-original hard case, this LG-3 is a great choice for anyone in the market for a small-bodied vintage guitar.

  • Mahogany back, sides & neck
  • Spruce top
  • Brazilian RW fingerboard & bridge
  • 1 11/16" Nut width
  • 24 7/8" Scale length
  • Hardshell case

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 LG-3 (USED, 1953)
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