Gibson f4 mandolin beautiful condition complete with original case

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Gibson F4 mandolin in beautiful condition complete with original case.  This is an all original 1916 (serial number 31054) mandolin except for a professionally made new pick guard (copied from the deteriorated original which I will include).  I have owned it for 50 years.  The first 5 frets have been professionally replaced so there is no noticeable fret wear.  These instruments are now very hard to find in this undamaged condition;  it will only go up in value (and you get to play it while it does). The craftsmanship is exquisite.  It has a wonderful range of sounds and plays like a dream.  There is a tiny crack in the front by the lower point (see photo of end pin); it was there when I got it and has never changed.  There is a small scar on the back of the neck (see photo).  The case is structurally sound but has no leather left on the handle and is worn to the wood in places.  There are no body repairs.  This was ordered with out the extended fret board which I feel improves the sound.  Before I got it somebody scraped off part of the paper label looking for the stamped serial number;  the first number is exposed; it's a 3 (the serial number is scratched on the bottom side if the original pick guard). There is a short video on YouTube of  this mandolin; ask for "Woodys
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