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Built in 1912, this A-1 model mandolin is a beautiful Michigan-made instrument. Features are a pumpkin-finished spruce top, birch back and sides, 2-piece mahogany neck. Replacement ebony fingerboard and frets. Original hard shell case. Built in Kalamazoo, USA.
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Condition Notes: Playing wear. Previously refretted, replacement ebony flat fingerboard, neck oversprayed. Needs fret level and open seams need glue. (This item is sold As-Is)× This used product is in Project Condition
Project items are used and have clear functional problems that will generally require repair. They may come with multiple cosmetic imperfections and hold potential for restoration—perfect for those who enjoy bringing instruments back to life or taking on a rewarding challenge.
Condition Notes: Playing wear. Previously refretted, replacement ebony flat fingerboard, neck oversprayed. Needs fret level and open seams need glue. (This item is sold As-Is)
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The following specs were provided by our repair and appraisal teams. For a more detailed description please call (517) 372-7880
- SN 12618 / FON 1582
- 1912
- A-style body
- Pumpkin finished spruce top with oval soundhole
- Rope inlay rosette
- Cherry finished birch back and sides
- 2-piece mahogany neck with dark center strip
- V-shaped neck profile
- Paddle shaped headstock with script "The Gibson" logo
- 4-on-a-plate tuners with white buttons
- Replacement ebony flat fingerboard with pearl dot inlays
- Ebony bridge
- Ivoroid-bound top, fretboard and soundhole
- Raised tortoise plastic pickguard
- "The Gibson" tailpiece
- 1-7/32" nut, ~14" scale
- Original hard shell case (lavender lining)
- Built in Kalamazoo, USA
Gibson A-1 Mandolin (1912)
Gibson A-1 Mandolin (1912)
SKU: 90U-222130
Built in 1912, this A-1 model mandolin is a beautiful Michigan-made instrument. Features are a pumpkin-finished spruce top, birch back and sides, 2-piece mahogany neck. Replacement ebony fingerboard and frets. Original hard shell case. Built in Kalamazoo, USA.
Condition Notes: Playing wear. Previously refretted, replacement ebony flat fingerboard, neck oversprayed. Needs fret level and open seams need glue. (This item is sold As-Is)
Project items are used and have clear functional problems that will generally require repair. They may come with multiple cosmetic imperfections and hold potential for restoration—perfect for those who enjoy bringing instruments back to life or taking on a rewarding challenge.
Condition Notes: Playing wear. Previously refretted, replacement ebony flat fingerboard, neck oversprayed. Needs fret level and open seams need glue. (This item is sold As-Is)
Learn more about our condition ratings
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The following specs were provided by our repair and appraisal teams. For a more detailed description please call (517) 372-7880
- SN 12618 / FON 1582
- 1912
- A-style body
- Pumpkin finished spruce top with oval soundhole
- Rope inlay rosette
- Cherry finished birch back and sides
- 2-piece mahogany neck with dark center strip
- V-shaped neck profile
- Paddle shaped headstock with script "The Gibson" logo
- 4-on-a-plate tuners with white buttons
- Replacement ebony flat fingerboard with pearl dot inlays
- Ebony bridge
- Ivoroid-bound top, fretboard and soundhole
- Raised tortoise plastic pickguard
- "The Gibson" tailpiece
- 1-7/32" nut, ~14" scale
- Original hard shell case (lavender lining)
- Built in Kalamazoo, USA
