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I wonder if those who own a vintage Type 1 (1923-1924) or Type 2 (1925-1930) 16” L5s could provide me with some measurements. I see different #s online depending on where I look.
Body Length - Not Listed
Upper Bout Width - Not Listed
Waist Width - Not Listed
Lower Bout Width (I see 16” to 16-1/8”)
Rim Depth (I see 3-1/4” to 3-3/8”)
Overall Length (I see 40-1/4” to 40-1/2”)
Thanks!
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04-27-2024 07:47 AM
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I used to own a '24, but I never measured it (stupid).
Try checking with these people:
https://prewargibsonl-5.com/
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Originally Posted by Woody Sound
The fact that you used to own it, well ...
Sorry, just giving you a hard time.
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Originally Posted by FourOnSix
Last edited by Woody Sound; 04-27-2024 at 11:28 AM.
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Contact Paul Alcantara at the prewargibson L5 sight. He has a whole bunch of information and site that keeps track of things like this. He is very knowledgeable and good and returning email.
prewargibsonl-5.com
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I used the contact email on that site and asked (thanks). I am just at the beginning of a custom commission process with a luthier and was looking for some historic accurate information. I am not sure if the site email goes to Paul (sallyjaynehall@btinternet.com) but it is what I used.
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Originally Posted by iim7V7IM7
p.alcantara@btinternet.com
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Thank you!
Paul responded and will be getting back to me with information…Last edited by iim7V7IM7; 04-27-2024 at 08:17 PM.
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Received some body measurements on a 1925 Gibson L5 today from Paul Alcantara:
20-1/4” Body Length
11-5/8” Upper Bout Width
9-11/32” Waist Width
16-7/32” Lower Bout Width
3-11/32” Rim Depth
Like all things “wood” large dimensions are likely +/- 1/16”.
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Originally Posted by iim7V7IM7
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Thanks for your kind offer, but I am having a 1920s Loar-esque instrument built.
Originally Posted by deacon Mark
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