Re: Mandolin for $400
The O.P. probably ought to watch the classifieds here, or even put in a "Wanted" ad himself. I've seen others do that. There is a significant amount of turnover in cafe members' mandolin stock, but possibly most of it is more expensive carved top mandos. When I have a mandolin to let go, I expect to use the classifieds here. It appears to be a great venue. I've purchased cases, accessory bits, and came perilously close to buying an instrument or two. I've seen several mandolins pass by that I regret not buying, but hey, one can't have everything.
I suspect that some of the above posts would be expunged if the rules were strictly enforced, because the Powers That Be are interested in separating buy/sell issues from the forum. Part of that may be because forum posts are persistent and the classifieds aren't.
Addendum: I just looked at the Vega flat-top Tim mentioned at themandolinstore and my gosh, that looks nice for the price. But if the O.P. wants a carved top instrument or more in the way of fancy trim, well, those come along, too.
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Michael T.
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