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One of the most fabled Gibsons of all time, the J-185 was originally released in 1951. Designed to be just slightly smaller in proportion to the larger SJ-200, the J-185 used similar appointments, Sitka spruce and maple back and sides for its construction. This Custom Historic 1952 J-185 is enhanced with a thermally aged Sitka spruce top and gorgeous flame maple back and sides. Sporting classic J-185 appointments including iconic Maltese crosses inlaid in mother-of-pearl on the open slot bridge, this is a rare model, but highly desired by artists and performers worldwide. Includes a vintage repro case.
Specs:
Body Shape - J-185
Top - Thermally Aged Sitka spruce
Back - Flame maple
Side - Flame maple
Bracing - Traditional Hand Scalloped X-bracing, with hide glue
Binding - Multi-ply top, multi-ply back
Body Finish - Thin Finish Nitrocellulose, VOS
Saddle Material - Bone
Tuning Machines - Gotoh Keystone
Pickguard - J-185
Bridge Pins - Bone
