{"product_id":"1997-gibson-custom-shop-historic-wes-montgomery-l-5-sunburst-one-pickup-signature-model-archtop-electric-guitar","title":"1997 Gibson Custom Shop Historic WES MONTGOMERY L-5 Sunburst One Pickup Signature Model Archtop Electric Guitar","description":"\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1771\/7813\/files\/KC_Vintage_Guitars_Logo_2_240x240.png?v=1711760835\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e1997 Gibson Custom Shop Historic WES MONTGOMERY L-5 Sunburst One Pickup Signature Model Archtop Electric Guitar!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHere is a \u003cstrong\u003ebeautiful and fine archtop from the Gibson Custom Shop\u003c\/strong\u003e. It's a \u003cstrong\u003e1997 Gibson Wes Montgomery L-5\u003c\/strong\u003e in classic \u003cstrong\u003eVintage Sunburst\u003c\/strong\u003e. What more do you need than one neck pickup? This is one of Gibson's most elegant jazz guitars, built to honor the legendary Wes Montgomery with timeless appointments and that unmistakable warm, rich L-5 tone.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one has everything you'd hope for in a high-end Gibson archtop: \u003cstrong\u003ehighly figured maple back and sides\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003ehand-carved spruce top\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eebony fingerboard and bridge\u003c\/strong\u003e, the iconic \u003cstrong\u003eflowerpot headstock inlay\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efancy L-5 tailpiece\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003emulti-ply binding everywhere\u003c\/strong\u003e. At just \u003cstrong\u003e7.7 lbs.\u003c\/strong\u003e, it's also a very comfortable guitar to hold for long playing sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe condition is \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent\u003c\/strong\u003e overall with one important thing to note. Like many Gibsons from this era, the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal tortoise celluloid pickguard is beginning to gas off\u003c\/strong\u003e. We recommend keeping it separated from the guitar, as the gases can tarnish the nearby gold hardware, which you'll see in our photos. Other than that, it's in beautiful condition with only a few light marks from careful use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guitar appears to be \u003cstrong\u003eall original\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the possible exception of the \u003cstrong\u003eblank Gibson truss rod cover\u003c\/strong\u003e. It plays effortlessly, sounds wonderful both acoustically and plugged in, and has clearly been very well cared for over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes complete with the \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal Gibson hardshell case and original paperwork as shown\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original except for a possible replacement Gibson truss rod cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage Sunburst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original celluloid pickguard is beginning to gas off; otherwise an exceptionally clean example\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlayability \u0026amp; Sound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Wes Montgomery L-5CES delivers exactly what you'd expect from one of Gibson's finest jazz guitars. The single neck humbucker produces a warm, full-bodied tone with incredible clarity, while the carved spruce top gives the guitar excellent acoustic projection and responsiveness. The neck is comfortable, the action is low, and the guitar is equally inspiring whether played unplugged or through a clean jazz amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gibson Custom Shop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wes Montgomery L-5CES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1997\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage Sunburst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-Carved Spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly Figured Maple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTailpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e L-5 Engraved Tailpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadstock Inlay:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowerpot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Master Volume and Tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.70\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeck Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.82\" (1st Fret) \/ 0.95\" (10th Fret)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.7 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Gibson Hardshell Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Paperwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From Kansas City Vintage Guitars?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe specialize in \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-quality vintage and modern guitars\u003c\/strong\u003e for collectors and serious players alike. With over 25 years in the guitar business, we focus on \u003cstrong\u003eaccurate descriptions, originality, and transparency\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpert Packing:\u003c\/strong\u003e We take pride in packing guitars safely and securely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Insured Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your instrument is covered door-to-door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorldwide Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e We buy and sell guitars across the globe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted Vintage Dealer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Known for honest, detailed listings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThanks from KC Vintage Guitars!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53801694396640,"sku":"KC3332","price":8250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1771\/7813\/files\/1997_Gibson_Custom_Shop_Historic_WES_MONTGOMERY_L-5_Sunburst_One_Pickup_Signature_Model_Archtop_Electric_Guitar_1bdecbc6-cb7c-4b4a-ab62-118537f495c0.jpg?v=1785890446","url":"https:\/\/kcvintageguitars.com\/products\/1997-gibson-custom-shop-historic-wes-montgomery-l-5-sunburst-one-pickup-signature-model-archtop-electric-guitar","provider":"Kansas City Vintage Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}