1925 The Gibson Mandolin-Guitar Co. Type A-Jr Mandolin Snakehead Vintage Brown Stain
No sales tax for customers outside California.
This vintage mandolin is in remarkably superb condition. The original case is similarly well preserved. It is the nicest example currently on the market.
Produced as a student-oriented model during Gibson's most prestigious mandolin making era. Hand carved, solid woods make up the back and sides. The top is spruce and the back and sides are birch.
As such, the instrument has the beautiful, warm and punchy tone you would expect.
There are no repairs, issues, or changes to the mandolin with the exception of a strap button that was added to the neck heel. The original frets are very clean. The neck angle is perfect - the action is low and extremely comfortable to play.
This is a fabulous piece for any collection.
Shipping policy:
Three day UPS air shipments will be automatic for buyers including these states and those to the east of them: Montana, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas. Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions. If there is damage, the buyer must retain all packing materials intact and picture them immediately and send them to sales@maharsvintageguitars.com. Less than 1% of our shipments are damaged in transit, and we are committed to making sure your item arrives safely, but we are taking these additional measures to make sure you are happy with your purchase.
Color: Brown Stain
Weight: 2lbs
Top: Carved spruce
Body: Birch back and sides
Neck: Mahogany
Fretboard: Ebony
Inlays: Mother of pearl dots
Frets: Original
Fret Count: 20
Nut Material: Ebony
Nut Width: 1 1/8"
Scale: 14"
Overall Length: 25 3/8"
Body Length: 13 11/16"
Body Width: 10 1/4"
Body Depth @ Edge: 1 7/8"
Neck Thickness At 1st Fret: 0.85"
Neck Thickness At 5th Fret: 0.98"
Action 1st String @ 12th Fret: 1mm
Action 6th String @ 12th Fret: 1.5mm
String Gauge: .010-.044"
Hardware: Nickel
Tuners: Original
Pickguard: Original
Case: Original Chipboard
Mahar's Vintage Guitars
Buyer to pay prior to shipment via Paypal, wire transfer, credit card or other electronic means. Payment must clear before shipping. Certified checks and trades are accepted, however checks must clear before we will ship and trades must be received here and evaluated prior to shipment of our item.
All orders ship within three business days of the receipt of an order, usually faster. Tracking information will be automatically forwarded to all buyers. Buyers must retain all shipping materials in the event a return is necessary.
Returns accepted if the purchaser responds within 48 hours of receipt of an item and there is a discrepancy relating to the condition or originality of an item. Returns are not accepted for items that do not meet the needs or sonic tastes of clients due to the subjective nature, unless such concern is stated prior to the purchase. Any return for reasons other than incorrect advertising of condition or originality on the part of Mahar's Vintage Guitars shall be the responsibility of the buyer, which shall result in the buyer paying all shipping costs (to and from) their location.