Hi everyone, I've been reading the forum for a long time, but this is my first post. I just purchased an A-50 and am trying to pinpoint exactly when it was made and any other information this community may have about this specific mandolin.
I'm fairly sure this exact version of the A-50 was initially produced in 1942. The serial number stamped on the inside of the instrument is 2439-44. Would that be from 1942? How precisely can we nail down the actual date of production? Was this made in Kalamazoo?
Also, did Gibson keep up production throughout WWII, or did they cease or slow down as the country ramped up the war effort?
Many thanks to anyone who can help. I'm attaching a few photos to assist.
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