Gibson F-5 Fern 1929, Sunburst

$60,000.00

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Specs


Instrument	Mandolins
Brand	Gibson
Model	F-5 Fern
Finish	Sunburst
SKU	MN2083-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1929
Top	Solid Spruce
Back and Sides	Figured Maple
Brace Pattern	Parallel Tone Bars
Nut Width	1.1"
Fingerboard Radius	No
Weight	2.2lbs
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)	No
Case	HSC

Description

Gibson's legendary F-5 mandolin has inspired countless builders and players alike! Lloyd Loar designed the F-5 in 1922, incorporating more violin influence than previous models. Though Loar left in 1924, Gibson continued to make the F-5 through the 1920s. This 1929 model features a fern headstock inlay and is one of the last to feature small dot inlays instead of squares.

Structurally this F-5 Fern feels sound, and plays beautifully with a full, punchy tone. There's lots of finish wear and tear, with spots along the edge, back and scroll where it's been rubbed away. A small hole on the top bass side above the strings indicates a possible past repair, possibly something done to reinforce a brace inside. Reach out for a further in-hand description! Comes with a newer fitted rectangular case.

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