06/12/2026
The Collings MF5 Full Gloss F-Style Mandolin isn’t just another high-end mandolin—it’s the kind of instrument that makes you rethink what a mandolin can be. Handcrafted in Austin, Texas, by the master builders at Collings, the MF5 represents the pinnacle of modern F-style design. Featuring a meticulously hand-carved Adirondack spruce top paired with stunning Eastern flamed maple back, sides, and neck, every detail is built with uncompromising precision. The result is explosive projection, lightning-fast response, and the unmistakable crack and clarity that bluegrass players spend a lifetime searching for. This isn’t simply a mandolin; it’s a finely tuned work of art designed to unleash every ounce of your musical potential.
$10,925.00
Simply put, the Collings MF5 Full Gloss F-Style Mandolin isn’t a purchase—it’s an arrival. It’s for the player who wants the crack, projection, and refinement of a world-class bluegrass machine, but with the flawless fit, finish, and consistency that have made Collings legendary. This is the mandolin that gets passed around at festivals, draws a crowd after the first G-run, and leaves everyone asking the same question:
“Where did you find that?”