Summary
1937 manufacture date (traditional estimates)
1938 shipment date, according to Spann's Guide to Gibson
Mandolin, Style F5
Serial 95335
Factory Order number: 801D-2
Description
"Made in the USA" stamped on back of peghead, indicating it was originally made for export
Categories
Categories this instrument is a member of
- Loar-Style case with something other than an F5
- Very nice condition
Source
From Ken Waltham.
Ken Waltham is a well-regarded player and collector of vintage mandolins