There's no question that some of the most highly regarded Gibson flat top guitars came out of the Gibson factory during the most wide spread war in history. The mysterious banner reading "Only a Gibson is good enough" was only applied to guitars produced during the war although exact dates are unknown. The banner seemed to be a jab at the guitars produced at other companies. Could it have been aimed at the family owned C. F. Martin guitar company and their German descent? I'm afraid we may never know the exact reason.
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This ragged ol' Gibson J-45 is likely from the late war time era since it has a Spruce top and a truss rod. The Spruce used for this top was likely of the Sitka variety that was easier to acquire after the CMI takeover of Gibson in 1944. It may not be as collectable as Adirondack Spruce but is still a wonderful sounding wood for a guitar top.Ā
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