Gibson A-1 Model Carved Top Mandolin (1917), made in Kalamazoo, Michigan, natural varnish finish, birch back and sides, spruce top; mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard, original black hard shell case.
Overall length is 26 in. (66 cm.), 10 1/4 in. (26 cm.) wide, and 1 13/16 in. (4.6 cm.) in depth, measured at side of rim. Scale length is 14 in. (356 mm.). Width of nut is 1 1/4 in. (32 mm.). All original, some average wear but overall well preserved and a very good player. Includes an good original HSC. Excellent Condition.