Gibson F5 Lloyd Loar signed (Feb 18, 1924)

$165,000.00
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Feb 18, 1924. Lloyd Loar. Gibson F5. For mandolin enthusiasts, collectors, and top-tier professionals alike, it doesn't get better than this.


The F5 mandolins signed by Lloyd Loar on February 18, 1924 are, without exaggeration, among the most sought after of all mandolins. Celebrated by modern musical luminaries and legends alike—Marshall, Reischman, Thile, John Paul Jones—the list of notable Feb 18 players goes on!

As you’d imagine, this particular F5 sounds phenomenally good. Check out the video demo for ample evidence. In the hands of a masterful player like Joe K. Walsh, the depth of tone is sublime, the dynamic range impressive, the character rich, dark, and enticing.

The Loar has survived remarkably well, crack free and in wonderful playing shape. Original tuners, tailpiece, and, yes, Virzi on board.

A collector’s prize? A work of art? An instrument of historical significance. All are true, of course. But most importantly, this Gibson F5 will inspire creative expression, and bring joy not only to the player, but to all who come within earshot of it.

What you do with the Virzi after you get this mandolin is your business.

Materials
Top
Spruce
Back & Sides
Maple
Neck
Maple
Fingerboard
Ebony
Bridge
Ebony
Headstock
Ebony w/Flowerpot and Pearl "The Gibson" Logo
Tailpiece
original Gibson clamshell
Body Binding
Ivoroid
Tuners—Original
Bracing
Tone Bars

Neck Specs
Carve
Soft V profile
Nut Width
1 3/32"
Frets
Nickel

Other
Cases—Hoffee flight case
Serial #
75707

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