Gibson L-4 Natural 1950

Summary

Finish: Original

Top Material: Spruce Top

Body Material: Maple Body

Body Details: Laminated maple back and sides with s solid spruce top

Neck Material: Mahogany Neck

Fingerboard Material: Brazilian Rosewood

Neck Profile: C-Shape

Neck Thickness (IN): 1st fret: .86", 12th: 1.01"

Fingerboard Radius: 12.00

Nut Width: 1-11/16"

Scale Length: 24-3/4"

Neck Details: One-piece mahogany set neck with a bound Brazilian rosewood board, split-parallelogram inlays pearloid inlays, truss adjustment at the headstock

Electronics: n/a

Pickup Measurements: n/a

Hardware: Original

Weight: 5 lbs 0 oz

Modifications / Repairs: There is a repaired center seam crack in the top of the body beneath the trapeze tailpiece

Case Details: Original Hard Shell Case

Cosmetic Condition: This L-4 shows only light play wear or blemishes for its age. Moderate finish checking is apparent throughout the body and neck along with various but minor scuffs and dings.

Serial Number: A-4457

Tech Notes: Currently, set up with 12-gauge phosphor bronze strings, low action, and optimal neck relief. The small frets show minimal play wear.-- The serial number dates this instrument from 1950.