Gibson Custom1923 F-5 Master Model Reissue Mandolin - Cremona Burst
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Built as a 1923 F-5 Master Model reissue, this right-handed eight-string mandolin follows an authentic 1923 body and neck profile. Gibson Custom bases the project on analysis, 3D scans, and Lloyd Loar’s notes, then pairs a hand-selected red spruce top with quartersawn maple back and sides. Ebony is used for both the fingerboard and bridge; Waverly machines and silver-plated hardware complete the instrument. It arrives with a replica hardshell case.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Keeping the mandolin in its supplied replica hardshell case during transport between playing locations.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Left-handed players, as this model is specified for right-handed orientation.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does it come with a case?
Yes. A replica hardshell case is included.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Bridge
- Ebony
6 detailsPlayability
- Orientation
- Right-handed
- Nut Width
- 1.065
- Number of Frets
- 29
- Number of Strings
- 8-string
- Scale Length
- 13.9
- Neck Shape
- Authentic 1923 profile
9 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Burst
- Fingerboard Material
- Ebony
- Back Amp Sides
- Quartersawn maple
- Body Style
- Authentic 1923 profile
- Top Material
- Spruce
- Tuning Machines
- Waverly
- Body Shape
- Authentic 1923 profile
- Body Type
- Mandolin
- Neck Wood
- Maple
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Hardshell case
