Instrument: Acoustic Guitar
Brand: Gibson
Model: L-00
Finish: Black
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Handedness: Right
Made In Year: 1937
Country of Origin: USA
Body Material: Spruce top with X-bracing; mahogany back and sides
Neck/Fingerboard: Mahogany neck with V-shape profile; rosewood fingerboard
Tuners: Open-gear Kluson tuners
Radius: 12"
Scale Length: 24.75"
Nut Width: 1 11/16"
Frets: 19
Case: Molded Hardshell Case 
Modifications/Repairs: Refret, neck reset, bridge reset, new bone nut and saddle (work completed at Victor Guitars, Denver)
The 1937 Gibson L-00 in Black is a quintessential example of Gibson’s legendary pre-war acoustic craftsmanship and one of the most revered small-body guitars ever produced. Celebrated for its dry, woody tone and quick, articulate response, the L-00 has long been a cornerstone of blues, folk, and Americana music, prized by players and collectors alike.
Constructed with a spruce top featuring traditional X-bracing, paired with mahogany back and sides, this L-00 delivers a focused, punchy voice with strong midrange presence and excellent note definition. The black finish, complemented by a classic tortoiseshell pickguard, gives the guitar an unmistakable Depression-era aesthetic—understated, elegant, and timeless.
The mahogany neck features a comfortable V-shape profile that feels substantial yet highly responsive, ideal for expressive fingerstyle work and dynamic flatpicking. A rosewood fingerboard with a 12" radius, 19 frets, a 24.75" scale length, and a wider 1 11/16" nut width contributes to the inviting playability and balanced string spacing.
This example has benefited from comprehensive professional maintenance, including a refret, neck reset, bridge reset, and installation of a new bone nut and saddle. All work was completed by the highly regarded Victor Guitars in Denver, ensuring excellent playability, proper neck geometry, and long-term structural stability while preserving the instrument’s vintage integrity and tone. There is also evidence of a crack repaired on the bass side of the lower bout, just behind the bridge, that is very stable.
As a true pre-war Gibson, this 1937 L-00 represents a golden era of American guitar building—an instrument valued not only for its musical voice, but also for its historical significance and enduring influence.
 Please review all photos for the complete cosmetic condition, and feel free to reach out with any questions—condition is as described.
Ships from Athens, Georgia.