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    You don't see many Gibsons from this period. And I've never seen one that looked so fine.

    I have not seen it in hand, or had a chance to play. And no financial interest. But I'm hoping to look it over next time I'm back in Brooklyn.

    Neck reset makes a lot of sense in this case. As for the price $45K could be considered a big savings over an F-5 made 20 years earlier, or a big premium over one made 10 years later. ;-)
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    Yes. I meant to include a link or at least more info:

    Gibson F-5 Model Carved Top Mandolin (1941), serial # 97418
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    Reftrofret has a wonderful range of vintage mandolins currently. I wish I lived closer:

    https://www.retrofret.com/mandolins/

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