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Today, 7:25am

Eric Platt started a thread Question about a Flatiron A model oval hole in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Was searching around and found this - https://reverb.com/item/25801724-gibson-the-flatiron-a-oval Was this Nashville or off-shore? Don't want to...

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Yesterday, 7:09pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Eastman MD515 Upgrades in Equipment

Depending on the model, it might already have felt under the tailpiece. If the grommets seem to help, I say keep them. Have used them on my Eastman...

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Aug-13-2019, 7:35pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Free Waterloo Mandolin in General Mandolin Discussions

Yes, please. And it would be a nice match to my Waterloo Jumbo King Deluxe.

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Aug-12-2019, 5:38am

Eric Platt replied to a thread What is the most mandolins you've owned at one time? in General Mandolin Discussions

Well, if we start to include guitars, that's 3. Which is interesting as I considered myself exclusively a guitarist for 20 years. And none of these...

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Aug-11-2019, 6:50pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread What is the most mandolins you've owned at one time? in General Mandolin Discussions

Whatever is in my signature at the moment. Have oval holes and F holes, modern and vintage. Really admire folks that have one (or two). But that's...

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Aug-11-2019, 7:49am

lflngpicker replied to a thread My new Silverangel Econo A has arrived! in General Mandolin Discussions

That is a thing of beauty! The one piece back caught my eye. Wow!

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Aug-10-2019, 9:18pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Engraved Truss Rod Cover in Equipment

That is so nice, Mike! I will have to get one someday on my Ratliff R5.

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Aug-10-2019, 9:13pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Jerry Rosa & Rosa String Works in General Mandolin Discussions

Fretbear, I agree! I have been watching Jerry's videos the last few weeks as we have been inside a lot due to the heat in California and retirement. ...

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Aug-10-2019, 8:03pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Vintage Gibson oval hole in Vintage Instruments

My 1927 (or 29) Junior has gotten a lot of compliments over the time I've had it. The 1910 A is good, but doesn't have the bass of the later ones. ...

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Aug-07-2019, 4:59am

Eric Platt replied to a thread A trip to Elderly in General Mandolin Discussions

Can't wait to stop there next month when we're passing through to FinnFest. Haven't been there in 25 years. Really looking forward to trying out the...

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Aug-05-2019, 5:00pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Sawchyn for a newb? in General Mandolin Discussions

Another voice chipping in - yes, for Irish and Nordic music that would be an excellent instrument. I see a lot of Nordic players using flat tops. ...

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Aug-05-2019, 2:14pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Gibson A Oval Tuning Machines in Equipment

Russ, Thank you very much for the descriptive "tour" and photos. You did a great job and it adds to my faith that these will work well on at least...

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Aug-05-2019, 2:06pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Waterloo Mandolin Released in General Mandolin Discussions

I have also seen originals that are playable for less than the Waterloo. But they seem to be scarce right now. And as I mentioned earlier, my...

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Aug-04-2019, 7:30am

Eric Platt replied to a thread 1940s Gibson A-50 in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Very nice find. That one should be a keeper. Definitely a Kalamazoo made instrument.

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Jul-31-2019, 5:28am

Eric Platt replied to a thread I play a little guitar... in General Mandolin Discussions

Can you play tenor? Tenor eleven miles away?

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Jul-29-2019, 5:26pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Northfield 4.0 Reviewed in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Glassweb, Thank you. Very thorough and inspiring review. I appreciate the critique and details, both of which added to the veracity of your great...

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Jul-29-2019, 5:16pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Gibson A Oval Tuning Machines in Equipment

You are ahead of me, Russ. I look forward to hearing how things went! Thanks.

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Jul-29-2019, 5:09pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Hearing Horns in Solos? in General Mandolin Discussions

No, but the neighbor says, "I liked hearing you play your piano earlier," after playing my mandolins when I haven't touched our piano that day. I...

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Jul-27-2019, 4:47pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Ellis F5 Fern at Gryphon in General Mandolin Discussions

Thanks for the info and pics!

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Jul-27-2019, 4:43pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Gibson A Oval Tuning Machines in Equipment

rcc56, Thank you for the standard measurement specificity. This is very helpful, although admittedly, a caliper tool would help.

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Jul-27-2019, 4:28pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Song Writers??? in Theory, Technique, Tips and Tricks

I have long written songs, and performed and recorded my originals. From the first in 1972, I wrote the words, tune and played the chords as I went,...

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Jul-27-2019, 3:55pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread The end of my playing days. in General Mandolin Discussions

Ivan, So disappointing these days to not have your input as we would be better for it. Wishing you good times and your best moments in the near...

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Jul-27-2019, 12:35pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Gibson A Oval Tuning Machines in Equipment

Great suggestion, Mike!

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Jul-27-2019, 12:24pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Gibson A Oval Tuning Machines in Equipment

1913 on left and 1912 on right:

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Jul-27-2019, 12:20pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Gibson A Oval Tuning Machines in Equipment

Here are the backs of the two headstocks. The '13 (some have said it is an '09) is on the left and the '12 with the 50's decal is on the right. ...

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Jul-27-2019, 11:37am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Gibson A Oval Tuning Machines in Equipment

Hi Mike and all ya all, Yes, the 1912 mandolin that is without the guard is the one I am unsure of. It has the label, body and inner markings of the...

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Jul-26-2019, 6:02pm

lflngpicker started a thread Gibson A Oval Tuning Machines in Equipment

I need a recommendation for a set of tuners that will fit my 1912 and 1913 Gibson A Oval mandolins. There is too much play in the original tuners on...

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Jul-26-2019, 4:02pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Waterloo Mandolin Released in General Mandolin Discussions

Will make the argument the truss rod and compound radius fingerboard contribute to the price. But, yeah, it will have a tough go against the...

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Jul-26-2019, 8:40am

Eric Platt replied to a thread Collings MT Prices in General Mandolin Discussions

Am very glad to have gotten my MT when I did. Then again, knowing something was up made me get it. Couldn't be happier. Fun to play both on the couch...

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Jul-24-2019, 7:35pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Mandolins for 6k and under? in General Mandolin Discussions

Might want to check with Lloyd LaPlant up in Grand Rapids. He makes amazing mandolins, IMO.

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