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Kinda interesting I guess.

There is a young kid (high school) in our local Pete Wernick Slow Jam class who just bought his first mandolin. He's completely loving it and taking to it like a duck...

My sympathy. That kind of stuff is traumatic. My Kimble got run over last year, but after the insurance dust settled, and a little extra cash, I ended up with another Kimble (an F this time). For...

That's what I did when I noticed some scuffing with a tuner I had before I got the Snark. Just sewed up a little cotton bootie to slip over the rubber pads. Didn't seem to affect the tuner function...

I lost the little rubber pad on the backside of my tuner, so just sewed up a little "sock" to protect the back of the peghead. I used light cotten material and sure didn't notice any diminished...

How exciting for Bruce and Mary. I can only imagine the excitment, anticipation, worry, joy, and maybe trepidation as they embark on this new adventure together. They've done so much for mandolinst...

Those "spares" look a lot like the ones that were on an old Gibson A I bought at an auction once. Even at that, that old '20 sounded very cool. Coulda been a pack rat in there I suppose, as it was...

That was helpful to me.

Bill

This is basically where I ended up with covering my squished Kimble A replacement.

Cheers,

Bill

Not that there is any reason for me to know, but I thought Mike played a Kimble. Am I wrong again? Did he borrow or buy one? Cool in either case.

Bill

Are you me?

Bill

Well, that's a good question. I've only ever heard a couple of Loars up close and personal, and only played one for a short time. I guess I don't have that sound ingrained in my head like the sound...

Thanks for your thoughts on this Mike. When I got my Kimble A, I remember asking my local agent if it was covered under my home owners policy. And true to his word, it was. I've had a couple of...

They used replacement cost for a new A model. I think they called Will.

Bill

Ok. A claim was filed against the car owners insurance, two witnesses (I wasn't on the scene) provided conflicting statements, and the claim was denied. I subsequently filed on my home owners...

I figure any responsible driver will go for the banjo, and the mando can escape.

Yeah, my ugly full of holes and cracked Gibson EM 150. Or a banjo.

BB

First of all, thanks to everyone for the kinds words and sympathy regarding Kimble #136 being destroyed.

I know I said I'd tell the sad and gory details, but rather than go there (it got a bit...

I sure like to believe that's at least part of it. Who doesn't like to pick with folks you connect with?

Cheers,

Bill

Thank you for that.

Bill

When you got to "lastly" I had to chuckle. I've never heard anyone else refer to their spousal units. It's a great concept.

Cheers,

Bill

Yep, you are right. The 48 hour thing is part of the deal. I'm gonna try it, so it will come down to my ears (crappy as they are). I got some nice feedback from folks when I was looking at a kimble...

Hello all:

I know Will Kimble makes really nice mandolins, but am wondering if anyone has any experience with his BB-25 series?

I guess I'm just looking for general impressions, comparisons...

A 93 Givens A that Greg Boyd had at his shop in Missoula was simply amazing.

Bill

I'll for sure be looking to see what is still around on the classifieds when the insurance dust settles, but don't wait for me. That Kimble was a real keeper for me. My friend has a loar and...

Not yet, but Kimble, Ellis, Red Diamond, and Miller have all caught my eye. It's all a bit premature though, as the claims process is still in the works. I'll just have to see what's out there once...