2008 Ellis F5 Mandolin With Rare Carpathian Spruce Top 

 While every Ellis Mandolin is special, this one is more so.  This mandolin boasts a rare Carpathian Spruce top.  Higher density and lower weight make for a superlative tone.  Waverly tuners and other top of the line appointments make this mandolin a joy to behold and play, but the sound makes it incredible.  The neck width is standard.  I can't avoid cliche's in this case, yes it has crystal clear trebles, can sound sweet or produce a chop that would make any bluegrass, jazz or classical instrumentalist happy.  Plays very easily all the way down the radiused neck, clearly.  guaranteed no nicks, dents or scratches.  Even comes with a Dudette strap.  Price for this model starts now at 11,500.00. Bidding on this one starts at 7,000.00.  I am selling because I have a repetitious movement problem with my left hand, and can't justify owning it anymore.  I will only ship overnight, insured.  This is 100.00 in the lower 48.  This is a lifetime instrument, I have often said, this is the most perfect thing I have ever owned, now it can be yours.