1962 Gibson L-5CN Cutaway Archtop Acoustic Guitar Natural Finish w/OHSC

1962 Gibson L-5CN In Natural Finish

This Guitar Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks

In Excellent Overall Condition (Please See Photos)

Purchased From The Original Owner Who Acquired The Guitar New In 1963

Finish Shows Some Natural Checking And Light Cosmetic Play Wear Throughout, Including Various Small Marks And Scratches

Some Visible Shrinking On Pickguard As Shown

All Original Example

Made In Kalamazoo, MI

17" Body With Venetian Cutaway, Highly Figured Maple Back And Sides And Solid Spruce Top

5-Piece Flame Maple Neck With Bound Ebony Fingerboard And Mother Of Pearl Block Inlays

Original Frets Are On The Lower Side With Visible Play Wear And Evidence Of Previous Level/Dressing, Overall Good Playable Condition

Adjustable Rosewood Bridge With Gold Engraved Tailpiece

Gold Grover Tuners With Keystone Buttons

25.5" Scale Length

1 11/16" Nut Width

Neck Depth At 1st Fret: 0.82"

Neck Depth At 10th Fret: 0.91"

Weighs 6lbs 4oz

Comes As Shown With Original Hard Shell Case

A 1962 Gibson L-5CN is a classic 17" archtop jazz guitar, prized for its elegance and warm, authoritative tone. Finished in natural blonde, it features a hand-carved spruce top, figured maple back and sides, a Venetian cutaway, and an ebony fingerboard with block inlays. Known for its rich acoustic resonance and smooth amplified voice, the L-5CN has long been a gold standard for professional jazz players and collectors alike.