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Gibson MB-4 Trap Door Mandolin Banjo 1917

Estimated price for orientation: 750 $

Category: Banjos
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Description
Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Era: 1917
Brand: Gibson


Gibson MB-4 trap door Mandolin banjo 1917 with hard shell case.All original except replaced Remo weather king banjo head (not skin head)will stay in tune better,newer bridge.Hardware is in great shape,original the Gibson tail piece.Frets original no ware,action is very playable.Trap door and spring are work like they should,locking in open and closed positions.Back has scuffs and scrapes,not thru the finish.There is some finish ware on both sides of the neck at the nut.The heal cap has a crack down the middle,no sign of neck heal seam opening.Back of headstock overlay (black) has crack running down middle and small piece of overlay is missing atop edge at D tuner.Overall for its age this Mandolin is in great shape ,plays fine and is very loud.