Gibson / B25 / 1967 / Sunburst / Guitar
The B25 is a hugely collectable model as it features the very desirable X bracing, it replaced the LG2 in 1962 and as LG2's fetch big money, this represents a much more affordable way of buying an X braced 00 size vintage Gibson. This example has a great looking cherry burst finish with lots of beautiful lacquer checking and a few minor nicks and dings that you'd expect from 44 years of play. The original adjustable saddle is included in the case, but has been replaced with a fixed bone saddle, which has a cleaner and much improved tone - while this was being done my luthier gave the guitar a set up and lowered the action, it now plays very easily. The guitar has two top cracks, one running along the fingerboard, underneath the scratchplate, the other below the bridge on the bass side - both cracks are stable and haven't been repaired, as they don't affect the sound or structure of the guitar. Tonally it's fantastic, with surprisingly full bass response for a small bodied guitar, thanks to the X bracing, which also makes the guitar more resonant than the more common ladder braced examples. Basically this means the guitar is more dynamic when strummed, very well balanced when playing fingerstyle, but still packs a punch when soloing. It comes in a non original but correct period hard case.
Glenns Guitars, UK 
Welcome to Glenn's Guitars here on Vintage & Rare. After many years in the industry, and having been fortunate enough to have worked in Hanks and The Acoustic Centre - probably London's two foremost acoustic guitar shops - I decided to do my own thing.
I have a passion for used and vintage acoustic guitars; nearly new second hand guitars because they can represent a bargain compared to the price of a new guitar, older and vintage guitars because they tend to have more character and can often become an investment.
You will notice when viewing my stock list my taste in guitars, as I only sell guitars that I genuinely like - and there are certain brands noticeable by their absence. I am a huge fan of older Gibson, Martin and Guild acoustics, but also more boutique brands such as Lowden and Collings.
I will consider part exchange if it makes your desired guitar a little easier to afford. I also offer a guitar finding service, if there's something specific you're looking for.
If you are happy to buy over the internet, I will send you as many high resolution photos and as much information about the guitar you're interested in as I can. If you can get to me - I'm based in Enfield, only 30 minutes from London Liverpool Street Station - you can always make an appointment with me and come and try some of the guitars out first.
I accept payment by Paypal, bank transfer, cheque and of course cash.
