Details
The A-4 was Gibson's highest A model mandolin, with an extended 24-fret fingerboard and the same soundhole rosette found on the F-4. This version also got the deluxe Handel tuners with inlaid tuner buttons, another feature not found on lower models. This example is original throughout, including the pearl nut, but a real plus is the refret which was done with the slightly wider frets like those found on new Collings and Northfield models. The fingerboard was also given a very slight radius that's barely noticeable but you can feel it, and the result is that wonderful vintage A model sparkle with a smoother and more modern feel to the neck. No cracks, and original varnish finish throughout.
Specs
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Back sides
Birch (carved back)
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Binding
Ivoroid
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Bridge
Ebony Compensated
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Fingerboard
Ebony
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Finish
original shellac varnish
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Frets to body
10
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Neck material
Mahogany
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Nut width
1 3/16"
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Scale length
14"
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Top material
Carved Spruce
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Total frets
24
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Tuners
Handel
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Year
1916
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Case type
Hardshell
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Serial number
33176 (FON 3324)
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SKU
GIBA4MANDO-33176
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UPC
141675
