SOLD - Kentucky KM-120 Fern F Style Mandolin Early 80s MIJ

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This early Kentucky mandolin is pretty rare.  Dubbed the Fern for the inlay designs that mimic classic Gibson mandolins.

The instrument is made of carved, solid spruce and maple.  It has aged really nicely - check out that yellowed binding.  All the parts are original to the instrument.

The frets do show wear.  They are not in imminent need of replacement, however.  The original pickguard is starting to decay, as is typical.  

It does seem that, at some point, this mandolin will need a neck reset.  The action is good now, but the bridge saddle is lowered all the way to the base of the bridge.  

Prices on these range up to $2000.  I've priced it competitively considering that it will need a neck reset, perhaps farther in the future for a non professional musician, sooner for a pro.

Includes a nice hardshell case that I assume is the original

Shipping policy:

Three day UPS air shipments will be automatic for buyers including these states and those to the east of them: Montana, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas.  Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions.  If there is damage, the buyer must retain all packing materials intact and picture them immediately and send them to sales@maharsvintageguitars.com.  Less than 1% of our shipments are damaged in transit, and we are committed to making sure your item arrives safely, but we are taking these additional measures to make sure you are happy with your purchase.   

• Color: Sunburst
• Weight: 2lb 7.1oz
• Body: Top- Spruce, Back - Maple
• Neck: Maple
• Fretboard: Ebony
• Nut Material: Bone
• Nut Width: 1-1/16"
• Scale: 14"
• Neck thickness at 1st fret: .81"
• Neck thickness at 7th fret: .92"
• Hardware: Gold
• Tuners: Original
• Case: Original Hard Shell 
• Notes: Strange "repair" on the worn hole in the pick guard.