Label-less Alvarez F5-Style
I was given this Alvarez back in the late 90's, when I still thought the sun revolved around guitarsI just recently got it out of storage, after more than 10 years. It's in really good shape, and with a new set of strings on it, has a nice, dry chop. The fit & finish is decent.
I think it's an A-700 or A-800 from the mid-90's, but was wondering if anyone could weigh in. The label that's there makes it tough. Any guess on a ballpark value? Thanks in advance.
Re: Label-less Alvarez F5-Style
Hey, not bad!...Pretty cool!
1994 Gibson F5L - Weber signed
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Re: Label-less Alvarez F5-Style
The Gitanes truss rod cover is interesting.
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Re: Label-less Alvarez F5-Style
Looks like the A-800 to me.
Just like this one:
https://reverb.com/item/477849-alvar...olin-with-case
and this one:
https://reverb.com/item/1304426-alva...with-hard-case
Looks like people are getting $400-$500.
Likely worth more in EU as there are fewer mandolins available.
Re: Label-less Alvarez F5-Style
Well, that was easy! Thanks very much for the links, colorado_al.
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