Vintage 1951 Gibson L48 Acoustic Archtop Guitar - eBay (item 300344355128 end time Nov-16-09 07:54:53 PST)


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Brand:	Gibson	Hand:	Right
String Configuration:	6 String	Product Type:	Guitar
Color:	Sunburst	Guitar Style:	Archtop

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Vintage 1951 Gibson L48 Acoustic Archtop Guitar

Up for auction is this used Vintage 1951 Gibson L48 Acoustic Archtop Guitar with F-holes in Sunburst Finish!

The guitar is in very good condition considering its age. The frets are in good condition. There is a minor separation of the heel of the neck from the back of the body.

Includes hardshell case as pictured! Includes vintage DeArmond pickup.

Serial number: 9097 21 stamped inside body.

The tuners non-original Grover. The pickguard, 1/4 jack, tail piece or bridge may not be original!!!

Because of the age of this guitar, this guitar is being sold "AS IS" & "ALL SALES FINAL"... there will be no returns accepted!!!

We usually ship the same day that your payment is received! If you payment is made after 2pm EST we'll ship the following business day!

We are a full line Music retailer in Baltimore, MD and have been in business for over 44 years as Bill's Music!

Payment must be made within 7 days after the auction ends! Payments accepted: PayPal, American Express, Master Card, Discover & Visa. Please contact Leni at 410-340-0546 or leni@billsmusic.com if you would like to pay with a major credit card.

Domestic: We generally ship using UPS ground service to lower 48 states. Delivery is 1 to 5 business days (typically). UPS will NOT deliver to APO, FPO or P.O. Boxes! If you need items sent to these destinations we'll ship via USPS Priority mail. Alaska, Hawaii & Puerto Rico will ship via USPS Priority mail for an additional charge. We're not responsible for damaged, lost or stolen products. Shipping insurance cost is included in all shipping quotes, for peace of mind and time savings.

International: We ship internationally using USPS Priority International airmail, usually 7-10 days delivery for most destinations. However, customs sometimes takes a considerable amount of time processing packages and it may take up to 3-4 weeks to actually receive your package! If you want faster shipping we also use US Global Express Priority Service. Please contact us for a shipping quote. We do not control Customs Duties and are not responsible for the duties your country imposes on you.

***Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
***Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.

We are not responsible for damaged, lost or stolen products. Shipping insurance cost is included in all shipping quotes, for peace of mind and time savings.

Payment must be made within 7 days after the auction ends or after the "buy it now" button is pressed! We will file a non-paying bidder claim with eBay if payment is not received after 7 days! If payment is not received after 15 days we will close the non-paying bidder claim and re-list the item! In addition, the associated bidder id will be permanently blocked from bidding on all future items listed by Bill's Music!

Welcome to Bill's Music, one of the East Coast's largest musical instrument dealers since 1965! Bill's Music is an authorized dealer & service center for many leading well known brands in the industry! Check out our huge selection of new and used guitars, basses, amps, power amplifiers, keyboards, digital pianos, electronics, brass, woodwind, bluegrass, pro audio, recording, DJ & lighting, drums, percussion, cymbals, parts & accessories!

Bill's Music wants you to be completely satisfied with your purchase! We're honest sellers with over 43 years in the music business! Customer satisfaction is very important to us and we'll try to resolve any problems that may arise. If you feel you've received an item that was significantly not as described or was damaged in shipping please contact us immediately. Please contact Leni at 410-340-0546 or leni@billsmusic.com with any questions or concerns.

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Questions and answers about this item


	Q: hi, can u tell me the timbers used in tis guitar please A: Hello, Thanks for your message! This guitar has a spruce top, maple back and mahogany sides. If you have any additional questions please don't hesitate to ask! Best Regards, Leni c/o Bill's Music	Oct 13, 2009

	Q: Hi, can you give me an ohms reading / resistance of the pickup, please? Thanks / S A: Hello, Thanks for your message! The pickup reads 1650 ohms. If you have any additional questions please don't hesitate to ask! Have a fantastic weekend! Best Regards, Leni c/o Bill's Music	Oct 09, 2009

	Q: What is the serial number fot the guitar? Are the bridge and pickguard original? A: Hello, Thanks for your message! The serial # is 9097 21. The top of the bridge/saddle is ebony and may be original. However, the rosewood base of the bridge is not original. If you have any additional questions please... Continue reading	Oct 09, 2009
	Q: Hi, whats the action like on the guitar and is the neck straight? Also could you let me how much more US Global Express Priority would be please. Thanks A: Hello, Thanks for your message! The action on the guitar is good. The neck is straight & consistant with a slight dip...which is normal. The neck has a nice shape & feel and is simular to a LP. We ship... Continue reading	Oct 09, 2009

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Item location: Catonsville, Maryland, United States

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Shipping and handling	To	Service	Estimated delivery*	Shipping insurance
US $35.00	United States	UPS Ground	3-8 business days after seller receives cleared payment	Included in S&H
Free Local Pickup	United States	Local Pickup	Local Pickup You can contact your seller to arrange to pay for and pick up your item.	Included in S&H

*The estimated delivery time is based on the seller's handling time, the shipping service selected, and when the seller receives cleared payment. Sellers are not responsible for shipping service transit times. Transit times may vary, particularly during peak periods.

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Will usually ship within 2 business days of receiving cleared payment.	Seller charges sales tax for items shipped to: MD (6%).

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