The 1942 Banner J-45 Reissue, Left-Handed in Vintage Sunburst by Gibson Custom

The Gibson 1942 Banner J-45 Left-Handed Reissue in Vintage Sunburst is a premium recreation of Gibson’s legendary wartime acoustic, designed to capture the tone, feel, and craftsmanship of the original 1942 “Banner” J-45 models. Known as “The Workhorse,” this guitar delivers a warm, balanced sound with strong midrange presence, rich bass response, and excellent projection. Its thermally aged Adirondack red spruce top and solid mahogany body create a mature, vintage-inspired voice with impressive resonance and dynamic range. The vintage-style V-shaped neck, scalloped X-bracing, and traditional open-back tuners enhance both authenticity and playability. Finished in a classic Vintage Sunburst, this left-handed Custom Shop reissue is ideal for professional musicians, collectors, and players seeking the unmistakable character of a golden-era Gibson acoustic.

Specs:

• Model: Gibson Custom 1942 Banner J-45 Reissue (Left-Handed)
• Finish: Vintage Sunburst
• Body Shape: Round Shoulder Dreadnought (J-45)
• Top Wood: Thermally Aged Adirondack Red Spruce
• Back & Sides: Solid Mahogany
• Bracing: Scalloped X-Bracing with vintage-style construction
• Neck: One-Piece Mahogany
• Neck Profile: Vintage V Shape
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Scale Length: 24.75" (628.65 mm)
• Nut Width: 1.725" (43.8 mm)
• Nut Material: Bone
• Saddle: Bone
• Bridge: Traditional Rectangle Rosewood Bridge
• Frets: 19 Standard Frets
• Tuners: Open-Back Three-on-a-Plate with Cream Buttons
• Electronics: Optional / Model-dependent L.R. Baggs pickup system
• Finish Type: Thin Vintage Nitrocellulose Lacquer
• Case: Vintage-Style Hardshell Case Included
• Orientation: Left-Handed
• Country of Manufacture: USA (Gibson Custom Shop)