For Sale: SOLD Gibson J-185 Custom New Vintage Sunburst

hotroad · #1 07-10-2017, 04:35 PM

Stunning Gibson Custom AAA Maple J-185 New Vintage

Gibson didn't hold back on this one. Only Custom Luthier built guitars have the qualities of this one such as Hot Hide Glue on back, sides and face.

Click on link below for photos......A Great Guitar for flatpicking, strumming and fingerstyle. Crisp, clean, clear and punchy!!!
PHOTOS>>>> 20170711_150950

>>>Any marks, smudges, streaks, lines etc are the fault of the photographer, not on the guitar. The very light surface swirl marks are not visible by camera.

Up for sale is my Gibson J-185 built in 2011 and in excellent condition. Full Hide Glue. Sunburst. This is one incredible Gibson and a very limited edition. Below are some specs and info on this beauty. I bought it from an AGFer a couple of years ago and he was the only other owner. Very limited production on this model. No trades.

Model: J-185 New Vintage, Sunburst
Condition: 9.7/10
Finish Color: Vintage Sunburst
Finish Type: Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer
Top Wood: AAA Sitka Spruce
Bracing: Scalloped Traditional J-185 with Hot Hide Glue on all Bracing
Back & Sides Wood: Figured AAA Maple
Neck Wood: Mahogany
Neck Joint: Dovetail with Hot Hide Glue
Neck Shape: V Shape
Fretboard Material: Madagascar Rosewood
Nut Material: Aged Bone
Binding: 3 Ply Top and Back
Tuners: Nickel Gotoh Tuners
Bridge: Rosewood Bridge with Maltese Cross Inlays
Saddle: Aged Bone
Pickguard: Tortoise J-185 Style
Scale Length: 24 3/4"
Width at Nut: 1.725"
Binding: 3 Ply Top and Back
Electronics: LR Baggs Element
Case: Gibson Deluxe Tan Tolex Hardshell Case

$2200 plus shipping, insured in the continental US only
I have shipped many guitars cross country and elsewhere with no problem. This one will go Fed Ex.

None other for sale like this one in the US!!!

babybogo · #2 07-10-2017, 06:35 PM

Any pics or links?

birdsong · #3 07-10-2017, 09:42 PM

"Photos on the way" stated in the posting. Some folks like to get the text specs up first and then go work on the photos/uploading.

hotroad · #4 07-10-2017, 11:10 PM

Photos on the way. Soon. Sorry for the delay.

Humbuster · #5 07-11-2017, 10:00 AM

These are absolute fantastic guitars, especially the New Vintage version.

I know,because I own one and it is willed to my son after I pass.

No affiliation with the seller, but this is stupid good deal on a KILLER guitar.

Free bump and GLWTS.

dodge · #6 07-11-2017, 10:48 AM

I own one and can attest to how good these guitars are. Mines not going anywhere.

sixx · #7 07-11-2017, 01:52 PM

I bought my Charis from this seller and transaction was super smooth and guitar is in as represented condition. It's a tone monster. Have no fears dealing with Doug, I'm sure this Gibby is stellar.

hotroad · #8 07-11-2017, 08:46 PM

Thanks for the very kind words. I agree this Gibby is stellar in so many ways. The woods alone are awesome and produce such a clear and warm tone.

hotroad · #9 07-11-2017, 08:48 PM

I am working on photos. I have used Photobucket before but its not working too well these days. Trying Imgur but cannot figure out for the life of me how to get photos to this thread for my guitar. Anyones help with Imgur would be greatly appreciated. I want to get the photos on board ASAP to show off this one. Photos are available by sending me a PM.

salsarev · #10 07-12-2017, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by hotroad

I am working on photos. I have used Photobucket before but its not working too well these days. Trying Imgur but cannot figure out for the life of me how to get photos to this thread for my guitar. Anyones help with Imgur would be greatly appreciated. I want to get the photos on board ASAP to show off this one. Photos are available by sending me a PM.

Right click on the picture in Imgur and click on "copy image address." Paste that address in the image box on your AGF listing.

salsarev · #11 07-12-2017, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by hotroad

That process is not working. After following your directions, I get the very small little box in the listing instead of the photo. I can't seem to even get a link to Reverb to work. All was fine with Photoshop before they started charging to use their site for this.

After copying from Imgur and coming to AGF's "insert image" box, delete the highlighted "http://" before pasting the link. See if that solves the problem.

hotroad · #12 07-12-2017, 01:13 PM

Photos posted........any marks or smudges are not on the guitar in the photos. They are the result of lighting and poor photography. Sorry. I am happy to email photos to anyone. Just PM me

dodge · #13 07-12-2017, 05:21 PM

If you type Gibson J-185 and the guitars serial number on YouTube it should come up with Greg Khoch's Wildwood demo.

hotroad · #14 07-12-2017, 06:38 PM

That would be cool. J-185's and J-200's are similar but the differences are important. Of course the J-185's body is a bit smaller. The tone is more pronounced and pushed out. Its easier to play. It has more treble than the J-200 and so many many pros prefer it. Being on the road as a travelling musician, I do see more J-185's than J-200's. I have also seen well seasoned pickers put down a J-45 and prefer a J-185. Hope this goes into the hands of someone who will play it often and love it till it dies.

hotroad · #15 07-13-2017, 10:02 PM

Deal of the Day Bump for an awesome Gibson All Custom Limited