Summary
1906 manufacture date (traditional estimates)
1906 shipment date, according to Spann's Guide to Gibson
Mandolin, Style A
Serial 5240
Factory Order number: 304
Description
GIbson A model (serial # 5240) with all original parts except for the tail piece cover. Action is a bit high, but mando rings when played. There is a crack in the top and a crack in the heal of the neck. Both have been repaired but inexpertly. Comes with coffin style case which may have been the original.
FON from Frank Ford
Categories
Categories this instrument is a member of
- Orange or "pumpkin" finish
- Orville Gibson Label
- Inlaid pickguard
