I bought this beautiful mandolin on eBay a long time ago. I don't even remember the date. I think it might have been 2006 or 7. The seller described it as a Vietnamese mandolin, but I suspect it was made in China. The inlay and shell laminates are gorgeous and easily the best feature of this instrument. Other than that, it has a nice chop (for bluegrass) and a big-warm tone, so it's perfect for a variety of styles. I played mostly Celtic and Classical music on it.
It has a minute hairline crack in the back, which doesn't affect the sound, and two of the pegs are white. I took it to be set up at The Luthier in Ashfield, and Mark Leue didn't have the right parts for it unfortunately. That's easily remedied by a good luthier.
I have a custom built hard shell case that came with it, included at no extra cost. Handling, insurance, packaging and shipping comes to an additional $50. I take PayPal, or you can pick it up at my studio in Granby, MA and pay cash.
It has a minute hairline crack in the back, which doesn't affect the sound, and two of the pegs are white. I took it to be set up at The Luthier in Ashfield, and Mark Leue didn't have the right parts for it unfortunately. That's easily remedied by a good luthier.
I have a custom built hard shell case that came with it, included at no extra cost. Handling, insurance, packaging and shipping comes to an additional $50. I take PayPal, or you can pick it up at my studio in Granby, MA and pay cash.
