Pomeroy Owners

**Markelberry** · Oct-24-2005, 6:03am

I get the fever often and now it is for a Pomeroy F-4 I think they are a beautiful thing let me know how yours sound and play I would like to get on a list for one that I could have with me from now on. Mark

**LKN2MYIS** · Oct-24-2005, 9:05am

Proud owner of F4 #64 on Don's site.

A wonderfully incredible instrument. Plays like a dream.

I have not found a situation or type of music where it doesn't
shine in. It has tone and volume to spare, and is supremely responsive.

Don does impeccable work, both in craftsmanship, communication, material choices, tone, etc. You've made a real solid choice. You won't regret it.

Others will chime in (Mark? Richard?), and I'm sure you will get rave reviews for Don and Pomeroy Mandolins. Certainly a choice I'd make again.

**barricwiley** · Oct-24-2005, 10:43am

I can't pass up an oportunity to talk a little about my Pomeroys.
Every single time I take my F4 out of the case I am overtaken with the beauty of this musically magic instrument. I enjoying looking at it as much as I do picking it. I am always happy to recommend having Don build a mandolin if your lookin'. I grab my A2 Pomeroy more I think mostly because it is handier where I drop my kester and can just reach out and bring it over. They are really different animals and I love them both. I think the A2 is more bluesy. As John pointed out, the F4 just fits everywhere - in any music. Okay, I know I am babbling so adios. Life sure is sweet indeed. #65 & #30. Richard

**Ken Sager** · Oct-24-2005, 11:40am

Proud owner of #43 F5. Terrific mandolin, plays great, but will be selling it next month. You know what MAS does...

**J. Mark Lane** · Oct-24-2005, 11:57am

Like the others, I cannot pass up an opportunity to talk about my Pomeroy F4.

I decided I wanted an F4 after playing a vintage Gibson at Mandolin Brothers. But I wanted a modern instrument, made to my specs, and using modern construction methods (I will someday pick up a perfect vintage F4, too). I looked around for a while and contacted a number of builders who do F4's. There were several strong contenders, but I felt that Don Paine had more (and more recent) experience with the modern F4 than some other builders. Also, his prices were (and are) still pretty reasonable.

The process was great. Don was a pleasure to deal with, and suffered my waffling on several key issues. I was very picky about finish, and put a lot of effort into deciding and then describing the "blood red, fade to a narrow black, semi-burst" finish. Don was very cool about it.

When I placed the order, in October of last year, Don predicted he would have the instrument ready to ship in August. The man is good. I got it right when he said I would get it. I had regular updates from Don along the way, and he emailed me wonderful photos of the process. It was a lot of fun.

The instrument-- blew me away. It just blew me away. It is by far the loudest F4 I've ever played, and while that is not a huge number of instruments, I've played a fair range (and have owned two other "F4's" of other makers). The trebles are just clear and sweet as they can be -- I had never used the term "bell-like" before, but it came to mind. The bass response exceeded my expecations, too. It's a loud, strong bass. The instrument does open chords beautifully. And to my surprise, it actually has a respectable chop.

I couldn't be happier. I love this mandolin. I can't see ever selling either it or the Chris Stanley. My children will inherit them.

**dryseptember** · Oct-24-2005, 2:15pm

I have #51
its a great mandolin. Don was a great guy to deal with. he has even done a few adjustments for me, couldn't be a nicer guy.
get a pomeroy.
matt

**Lee** · Oct-24-2005, 5:11pm

#26 A-style and #44 F5 here. Both gorgeous and tonaly fantastic. Note Don's neck is a rounded V, slightly thick feeling. I've grown to appreciate it and find it very comfortable.

**Markelberry** · Oct-24-2005, 5:46pm

Well you makin it easier all the time, I was very struck by the beauty of his instruments also. I want one really bad,I also had a Gilchrist F-2 years ago paid 800.00 for it. The only way I can describe its sound on single notes it sounded like drops of water trickiling down. I hope that isnt a strange description,maybe that is the bell like quality you described Mr. Lane? If it is thats the sound I want to find again. Mark

**Markelberry** · Oct-24-2005, 5:50pm

Im sorry I forgot to ask,is it okay to contact the man personally thru his website? Or do I need to go thru a music store? Thanks again Mark

**Mandobar** · Oct-24-2005, 9:06pm

try contacting don directly.

**barricwiley** · Oct-25-2005, 5:26am

2nd the motion, give Don a call.
Richard

**Nathan Sanders** · Oct-25-2005, 9:10am

I have not yet called Don, but I have e-mailed him a few times and he was very kind and answered my questions. I think there is a Pomeroy in my future, when the funds allow.