1941 Gibson J-55

Introduced in 1939, the J-55 was the final Gibson slope-shoulder dreadnought released in the 1930s. Fewer than 400 were manufactured in total, so the J-55 remains one of the rarest and most sought-after prewar Gibsons. More than just a fancier J-35, the J-55 features unique bridge designs which require subtle changes to the internal bracing that impact the sound. Instantly recognizable from its , the J-55 evolved spec-wise, and good examples are known for warm, resonant, throaty, and undeniably Gibson tone. This J-55 is marked with Factory Order Number 52276, so it was made in 1941. With its "bat wing" bridge, regular headstock shape, 24-3/4" scale, and Brazilian Rosewood fingerboard, this 1941 Gibson is an excellent example of the final iteration of the J-55 model. This guitar was owned and used by session guitarist and producer Tom Bukovac, and it includes a signed letter from Tom as well as a photograph of him with the guitar.  This 1941 Gibson J-55 shows some play wear—especially a