Hand Signed Charlie Derrington F-5 Master Model Mandolin
Serial #: V70398 issued 11/22/03
New with Factory “Lifetime Warranty”

Here’s your chance to grab a piece of Gibson history! Everyone knows that the Lloyd Loar signed mandolins from the early 1920’s are the Holy Grail of mandolins. Charlie Derrington was very instrumental in bringing back this standard of excellence to the modern day Gibson mandolin, the Gibson F-5 Master Model.  Charlie was tragically taken from us in a motorcycle accident in 2006.  There are less than 70 known master models hand signed by Charlie Derrington. Don’t miss your opportunity to collect and own a piece of Gibson history! The value and quality of this instrument are second to none!  Why not own and play an instrument that is sure to increase in value?

A beautiful instrument; full, resonant, well-balanced tone; great carrying power. The F-5 Master Model embodies the utmost skill, craftsmanship, and technical knowledge of the world's greatest mandolin makers. Finished with an ultra-thin, hand-brushed varnish and hand-applied French polish, the Gibson F-5 Master Model is the ultimate in sound and beauty.

More info on this instrument can be found at Mandozine.com.

Info on the tragic passing of Charlie Derrington