Gibson L-48 Sunburst 1953

Description

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Summary
Finish Details: Original
Top Material: Spruce Top
Body Material: Maple Body
Body Details: Maple back and sides with spruce top. There is a reglued separation between the top and sides near the pickguard mounting screw, and a glued crack along the top side of the treble shoulder.
Neck Material: Mahogany Neck
Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood
Neck Profile: “C” profile
Neck Thickness (IN): .90″ (1st fret), .98″ (10th fret)
Fingerboard Radius: 12.00″

Nut Width: 1-11/16″
Scale Length: 24 3/4″
Neck Details: Mahogany neck with unbound Brazilian rosewood fretboard, dot inlays, and headstock truss rod adjustment. There is a small separation at the bottom of the heel which has been reglued.
Electronics: None
Hardware: The tuners have been replaced, and a strap button has been added at the heel.
Weight: 4lbs 15oz
Modifications/Repairs: -Two reglued side cracks in the body -There is a reglued separation at the neck heel -Non-original tuners
Case Details: The guitar will be paired with a gig bag.
Cosmetic Condition: The guitar has plenty of nice aging apparent, including heavy finish checking on the front of the body. There are numerous dings, scratches, and other small blemishes throughout the body and neck as well.
Serial Number: Y09XXX

Tech Notes: The guitar plays well with low action and optimal neck relief. The frets are wide and low with light wear, and the truss rod is adjustable. There is a 2 impressed on the back of the headstock, indicating the guitar was a factory second. The “Y” prefix factory order number denotes the year as 1953.