1923 Gibson F-5 Master Model Lloyd Loar Signed Cremona Sunburst
1923 Gibson F-5 Master Model Lloyd Loar Signed Cremona Sunburst - Sunbust is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
About This Guitar
About This Guitar
1923 Gibson F-5 Master Model Lloyd Loar Signed Cremona Sunburst
Description
Description
The 1923 Gibson F-5 Master Model, designed by the legendary luthier Lloyd Loar, is one of the most iconic and sought-after mandolins in the world. The F-5 was revolutionary in its design and construction, featuring an arched, carved solid spruce top and highly flamed maple back and sides, which contributed to its rich, resonant tone and distinctive appearance.
Lloyd Loar's innovations in instrument design, including the F-5 mandolin, marked a significant advancement in the world of stringed instruments. His meticulous attention to detail and experimentation with soundboard tuning, body shape, and other factors resulted in instruments that are prized for their exceptional tone and playability
Model: Gibson F-5 Master Model
Year of Manufacture: 1923
Signature: Hand-signed by Lloyd Loar on label
Body Style: F-style mandolin
Top Wood: Carved Spruce
Back and Sides Wood: Figured/Flamed Maple
Finish: Cremona Sunburst, Varnish
Neck Material: Figured Maple
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Neck Joint: Dove-tail
Frets: 29, bound
Scale Length: 13.9 inches
Nut Width: 1 1/16 inches
Bridge: Adjustable ebony bridge
Tuners: Engraved nickel-plated tuners
Tailpiece: Engraved nickel-plated tailpiece
Inlays: Mother-of-pearl dot inlays
Binding: Multi-ply ivoroid binding on the body, neck, and headstock
Truss Rod: Adjustable
Case: Original hard case included
Serial Number: 73008
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