Atkin J43 Lefty, The Forty Three

Atkin J43 Lefty, The Forty Three

CA$4,595

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The Atkin J43 Lefty pays homage to the ‘Banner’ era slope shoulder Jumbos that shipped from Kalamazoo during the WWII era – except have you ever seen a left-handed Banner Gibson J-45? Neither have we! With a lightly-built torrefied Sitka spruce top and mahogany body, 24-7/8” short scale neck, and small rectangle bridge, the lefty “Forty Three” is responsive, woody, and open, with a low-end rumble, warm mids, and round trebles. It’s touch-sensitive and responds well to a lighter touch, but can b