1925 Gibson L-2 Snakehead

In the early days, it’s no secret that Gibson prioritized mandolins. The mandolin focus was reflected in the Kalamazoo-based company’s original name: Gibson Mandolin-Guitar Mfg. Co., Ltd. But by the '20s, Gibson guitars were taking shape. Ultimately, Gibson would help revolutionize the flattop guitar in the '30s, but until then, their guitar designs evolved from year to year.  Originally made around the turn of the century, Gibson reintroduced the carved-top L-2 in 1924, but then the model was quickly discontinued in 1926 before it was changed into a flattop in 1929. From 1924-1926, the L-2 measured 13-1/2"across, and it had a 24-3/8" scale and a round sound-hole. With its small size, shorter 13-fret neck, and strong V boat neck profile, the L-2 certainly shows Gibson's mandolin influence.  This 1925 Gibson L-2 has the "Snakehead" headstock shape used from '23-'25, and it looks like it has seen a lot in its 98 years (and counting!) But with a recent overhaul by Dave Farmer of Turtle La