1995 Flatiron A5 Artist Mandolin
(Serial No. 95072333) Excellent plus condition, sunburst finish. Want the sound and playabilty of a Flatiron F5 Artist at a more affordable price? This is the classic Flatiron mandolin in an "A" body style. These came in two trim levels - the Artist is the higher grade version. It has the long neck, f-holes, bound top, back, fingerboard and peghead, elevated ebony fingerboard with extension, pearl flowerpot and logo, solid heavily flamed maple back, sides and neck, solid spruce top, and gold hardware with pearl buttons on the tuners. This mandolin was Signed by Bruce Weber and built in the Bozeman, MT plant. The Artist series mandolins have X top bracing, which many pickers think gives a more purcussive chop. Must work - this one has the good bluegrass chop for sure. This mandolin has nice low action and has strong tone and good volume. Fitted with an internal pickup and an endpin jack. Comes with the original shaped hardshell case.
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