From 2006, this used Triggs F5 Mandolin is the culmination of decades of building expertise. Jim Triggs has been building archtops and mandolins dating back to the 1980s when he worked at Gibson and oversaw the famed custom shop. Based on the famous Loar-era mandolins, this F5 has been played in and has a nice dynamic, woody chop.
Here with minimal fretwear, there is a fair amount of playwear, finish checking and wear. This instrument was definitely played hard but not abused. Their is evidence that the tuners have been replaced at once point. Built right here in Lawrence, KS, this F5 includes a hardshell case.
F-Style with grained Ivoroid top and back binding
Spruce top with f-holes
Flamed Maple back and sides
13 7/8" scale length
Flamed Maple neck
Flowerpot headstock inlay
Ebony fingerboard Mother-of-Pearl dot inlays
1 1/8" nut width, Bone
Adjustable Floating Ebony bridge with Triggs Logo tailpiece
