Gibson J-50 1952, Natural

$6,000.00

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Specs


Instrument	Dreadnought
Brand	Gibson
Model	J-50
Finish	Natural
SKU	GF11330-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1952
Top	Sitka Spruce
Back and Sides	Mahogany
Neck/Fingerboard	Mahogany/Brazilian rosewood
Bridge Material	Brazilian Rosewood
Tuners	Original (with replaced tuners)
Radius	12"
Neck Profile	C
Neck Depth	1st fret-0.921" 9th fre-0.978"
Scale Length	24.75"
Nut Width	1.685"
String Spacing at Saddle	2.125"
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	Y
Electronics	N
Case	TKL hardshell case
Modifications/Repairs	Reglue x-brace. bridge re-glue. Plugged jack hole lower bout side/treble side with surrounding stress cracks. Neck Reset and Extension shimmed. Centerseam back Crack glued. B-string crack glued with cleat, Bone Pins. original Bridge plate worn at pin holes (would benefit from maple plugs in several years). several glued hairline lower bout rim cracks.
Condition Notes	Worn but cared for. Many checking, scratches, dings and marks throughout. It does not affect structural interiority, tone or playability of instrument. Has been loved.

Description

This 1952 Gibson J-50 is a wonderful vintage slope-shoulder dreadnought with the warm, dry, woody tone and open character that have made these early Gibsons so sought after. It has received professional maintenance over the years, including a reglued X-brace and bridge reglue. Worn but well cared for, it shows extensive finish checking, scratches, dings, and honest playwear throughout, all of which reflect decades of use without affecting its structural integrity, tone, or playability. A beautifully seasoned vintage Gibson that has been played, loved, and is ready for many more years of music.

Comes with TKL hardshell case.