Classic Mandolins
Gibson F5 84682 A gorgeous, great sounding mandolin made in 1929 with a rare “Short Fern” peghead
Gibson F5 95334 A fine example of Gibson’s Top-of-the line mandolin in 1938.
1995 Randy Wood F-5 “Ace” One-of-a kind workhorse.
1924 Gibson A-2Z Very good original condition: a much loved, highly desired Loar-era mandolin.
1930-31 Vega Bauer model cylinder back
Dayton mandolin (patent date 1911)
1984 Flatiron 2MW mandola 8407214
Guitars (photos and descriptions coming soon)
1955 Martin D-28 guitar. “mystery top” spruce, Brazilian Rosewood, excellent condition; in our opinion, this one rivals the best pre-war Martins.
1957 Martin D21. A beautiful, great sounding rare model guitar.
1937 00-18 Martin shade top 68721
1933 0-18 Martin 54081
1929 Gibson TG-1 8765
Banjos
Ca. 1920 Vega TuBaPhone style 3 #58562 converted to 5-string with Gryphon peghead inlay.
Ca. 1920 Vega TuBaPhone M #54910; converted to Fairbanks/Vega #9 by R. L. Givens.
1938 RB-1 686-5 All original 5-string.
1929 TB-1 9487
1960 RB-250 Flathead tone-ring really delivers a Bluegrass punch!
The following mandolins may not be in stock but can be ordered for direct delivery.
Randy Wood matching F-5 mandolin and H-5 mandola: as a set, or individually. Amazing quality at an affordable price!
Randy Wood Style "O" guitar: amazing sound in this small body: stylized as a combination of the best qualities of the pre-war L-1 and the X-braced banner LG-2s!
Wade Mandolins: There is no better mandolin at this price range anywhere in the world!
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