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Gibson Custom Shop L-5 CT Vintage Sunburst

L-5 CT ยท #10258001
BrandGibson Custom Shop
TypeElectric Guitars
Serial No.10258001
PhotographyActual Photos
Part No.HSLCTVSGH1
Archive ID20303
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The Story

L-5 CT Vintage Sunburst

This is a very clean looking and what looks like only lightly played used Gibson L-5 CT. The L-5 CT is a thin-bodied version of the classic L-5, with a body depth of only 2.5". The L-5 CT was originally created in the 1950's as an instrument for comedian George Gobel, a smaller sized man who wanted the looks and class of the L-5 without the big body that would have been uncomfortable to play. Gibson designed the L-5 CT for Gobel, and the rest is history. This L-5 CT features a vintage sunburst finish with a beautifully book-matched flame maple back. Topping off this gorgeous instrument are the classy appointments of a trapeze tailpiece and gold hardware, with the original case and certificate of authenticity included!

Includes: Hardshell Case, Certificate of Authenticity, Hang Tag

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The Specifications

As it left The Music Zoo Tech Bench.
  • 7 lbs 11 oz
  • Vintage Sunburst Finish
  • Spruce Top
  • Maple Back and Sides
  • Maple and Walnut Neck
  • Ebony Fretboard
  • ES Rounded Profile Neck
  • .820 Neck Depth at 1st Fret
  • .920 Neck Depth at 12th Fret
  • 25.5" Scale Length
  • 1-11/16" Neck Width at Nut
  • 2.5" Body Depth
  • Gibson '57 Classic Humbuckers
  • Schaller M6 Tuners
  • ABR-1 Bridge with Ebony Base
  • Single-Ply White F-Hole Outlines
  • L-5 Trapeze Tailpiece
  • Gold Hardware

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