slk Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 How many of you have an F-5G mandolin and like it? I am currently looking for one. They are far few and between for a used one. I guess people keep them when they get them. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikeo Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 How many of you have an F-5G mandolin and like it? I am currently looking for one. They are far few and between for a used one. I guess people keep them when they get them. Steve I just bought one in May of this year. The thing sounds amazing. Dave Harvey tuned. Weird looking wood on the back side, but I knew that when I ordered it. Tried a few Webers and one Collins. The Webers had a lil more room on the fret board, but the tone didn't have that bark. I almost returned it, but I could lay 1000 mandolins face down and pick out mine just by looking at the back side. I like the plainer look of the F5G over the Fern. I'd take a Fern too. I rarely by used, but good luck on finding a used one you like. They are out there and hold there value really well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slk Posted October 11, 2015 Author Share Posted October 11, 2015 That is a beauty. I sure like that rich dark shade on them. I am up in the air as to what years to avoid if there are any. I have found a nice 1995 Bozeman made one, but have heard that the newer ones now are fantastic. I have also heard that the Bozeman ones can sound just as good. So there lies the dilemma. What to look for? Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikeo Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 That is a beauty. I sure like that rich dark shade on them. I am up in the air as to what years to avoid if there are any. I have found a nice 1995 Bozeman made one, but have heard that the newer ones now are fantastic. I have also heard that the Bozeman ones can sound just as good. So there lies the dilemma. What to look for? Steve I would think the Bozeman year should be fine. My only other mandolin is a Flatiron Performer A model, made at the Bozeman plant. That Flatiron sound amazing too, but different in tone I have only owned these 2 mandolins in my lifetime. Take you time and best wishes in your search Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikeo Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 I just also want to mention that I have 2 Gibson acoustic made in Bozeman and they are really nice too. 1 is the J-185 and the other is a J45 with the 100 Anniversary sticker. Like I said I just buy new stuff and keep it forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave F Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Did you ever get anything. I can recommend a 5-star dealer that gave me a great deal on a Fern. PM if interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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