1939 Gibson SJ-100 – Sunburst
This is a stunning 1939 Gibson SJ-100 in Sunburst, a first-year production example we proudly present! The sound of this guitar should be measured on the Richter scale; it’s THAT loud! It truly is a remarkable feeling and sound, and the longer 26” scale length gives you a stronger response and louder output, perfect for fingerpicking! This preliminary design also features a striking “stair-step” headstock, along with a script Gibson logo inlaid with pearl and nickel Kluson Seal-fast tuners. Production numbers for these early SJ-100s are well below 200 total units, with much fewer of these with the early stair-step headstock like this one. Originally, the SJ-100 “mustache” bridge was equipped with six adjustable nuts for setting the string height, but the original bridge has since been replaced with a professional, custom-made replica bridge. All visible cracks are stable and have been professionally repaired and monitored.
Overall Condition: 8, pick wear, playwear, patina throughout
Specifications
- finish_details Sunburst, Original, Great Condition, weather checking, playwear, pick scraping, previously mentioned repaired cracks
- body_material Spruce Top, Mahogany Back and Sides
- neck_material Maple
- fretboard_material Ebony
- neck_profile Full C
- weight 5 lbs 6 oz
- scale_length 26”
- pickup_readings
- tubes
- speakers
- electronics
- nut_width 1-11/16"
- hardware Original except for replaced bridge, Great Condition with some wear to tuners and pickguard
- includes Non-Original Hardshell Case
- year
Well Strung Guitars
Upon receipt, if you are dissatisfied with your purchase, you must notify WSG within 24 hours. We will refund your money as soon as the merchandise is returned to us in the same condition as when it shipped out. The customer is responsible for all shipping, insurance, and bank fees that may be incurred throughout the return process. All returns must be packaged in the same materials that the guitar was sent out to ensure the safety of the instrument. All claims regarding loss or damage are the responsibility of the purchaser.