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Gibson J-45 Sunburst 1949

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Gibson / 1949 · vintage, per listing

Gibson J-45 Sunburst 1949

$6,371

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Last observed 28 Oct 2026. Last verified as available on the seller's page 28 Oct 2026. Confirm current availability with the seller.

Brand in listing
Gibson
Category
Acoustic guitar
Condition
Used
Source country
US
Year in seller's title
1949
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Seller's description

The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please call to speak to one of our experts. Summary Finish: The top of the body has been refinished. The back of the neck and back and sides of the body have been over-sprayed. Body Material: Mahogany Top Material: Spruce Neck Material: Mahogany Neck Profile: C Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret - 0.895" / 10th fret - 1.010" Fingerboard Radius: 10.00" Nut Width: 1-11/16" Scale Length: 24 3/4" Hardware: A new Brazilian rosewood bridge has been installed. The bridgeplate, bridge pins, saddle, tuners, and nut have been replaced. The neck was refretted. Weight: 4 lbs 4 oz Cosmetic Condition: This vintage Gibson J-45 is in good cosmetic condition with nice aging and wear throughout. There are scratches, chips, small dents, and areas of finish checking. Several repairs are visible. Modifications/Repairs: The top has been refinished. The back of the neck and back and sides of the body have been over-sprayed. The neck has been reset and refretted. At some point the back of the body was removed to reglue the braces and replace two small braces near the sound hole. A cleat was installed inside the body to repair a small crack underneath the pickguard. There is a filled strap button hole on the back of the neck heel. A new Brazilian rosewood bridge has been installed. The bridgeplate, bridge pins, saddle, tuners, and nut have been replaced. The holes in the headstock have been reamed out to accommodate for the new tuners. Serial Number: 2619-31 Tech Notes: This guitar plays well with low action. The frets are tall with minimal play wear. The serial number dates to 1949. The original bridge, saddle, nut, tuners, and bushings are inside the case. Case Details: Hardshell Case

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