| Serial Number | 398154, built in 1974 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. |
| Pricing | $1999 CND with case. |
| Neck | V-profile Maple neck with bound ebony board; script Gibson logo and flowerpot mother of pearl inlay on headstock. |
| Frets | 30 frets! Take that, Yngwie! Some fret wear in lower positions. |
| Body | Curly maple back and sides, carved spruce top. |
| Finish | Original, yellowed lacquer tobacco sunburst finish. |
| Hardware/electronics | A Weber Brekke ebony bridge has been added. This adjustable bridge uses no metal in the vertical saddle supports; there are two setscrews for side-to-side placement but it’s all wood in the direction of energy transfer. There is some wear on the tailpiece cover plating. Original gold-plagted tuners with pearloid buttons. |
| Playability/Action | This mandolin plays very well and cleanly, and there’s lots of adjustment. |
| Case | Case included. |
| Comments | The F5 mandolin has been produced since the early 20th century and has been a popular instrument for many playing styles. This example is in great shape and has a wonderful patina that only age and use can bestow. |
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