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Yesterday, 9:07am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Describe your MAS progression in Equipment

My progression/education/MAS experience is one that evolved into becoming a hobby seller and buyer. My love for guitars and tube amplifiers has also...

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Yesterday, 7:57am

Eric Platt replied to a thread the first 3 tunes you learned? in General Mandolin Discussions

Guitar - Girl I Left Behind, Red Haired Boy, Liberty. That was about 25-30 years ago. Mandolin - Cowhide Boots, Appelbo, Storm. Originally...

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Yesterday, 7:51am

Eric Platt replied to a thread jams with friends during covid in General Mandolin Discussions

Been doing a few band practices in a backyard. We're well spaced and masks are worn most of the time. Trying to be careful as 2 members are high risk...

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Jul-11-2020, 1:34pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread 1930’s Stradolin I Bought in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Please do! That is how I learn. These threads are just conversation starters and they blossom from there. I get educated on the M.C. So many fine...

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Jul-11-2020, 1:25pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Looking to upgrade from first, but Eastman? in General Mandolin Discussions

Here is just one example of a well played Eastman and how great it can sound:

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Jul-10-2020, 5:22pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread My wife has stored it for years,no markings I can see in Looking for Information About Mandolins

I don't know much about the Bowl Backs, but they sure seem to be well made in this era. This one is in very good condition it appears. Many players...

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Jul-10-2020, 5:18pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Looking to upgrade from first, but Eastman? in General Mandolin Discussions

Woyvel, Oh, the MD415 Gold Top! What a beauty that one is. I hope you will play it for years, happily, and I know we all want to see photos on the...

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Jul-09-2020, 4:51pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Thomastik-Infeld Strings in Equipment

Thanks Darwin, I am sure you are correct about the life of the TI’s. Playing them now a couple of days, I have noticed the dynamics of the attach...

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Jul-09-2020, 5:27am

Eric Platt replied to a thread All of My 2020 Festivals Have Been Cancelled in General Mandolin Discussions

Same here. Not even farmer's markets happening. Not sure what next year will bring. Like some others am glad I don't rely on it for a living....

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Jul-08-2020, 4:52pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Matt Miller Picks - New to the Pick Market - Great pick/price in Equipment

Agree with other observations. It's good for the price, but scratchy. And no bevel. I need to make one and smooth it out. I like the very pointed...

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Jul-08-2020, 4:48pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread 1901 Gibson? in General Mandolin Discussions

Interestingly enough, there was a "1918 A-1" with similar finish and bridge that was sold through Music Go Round in Woodbury, MN over the past...

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Jul-08-2020, 2:31pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread 1930’s Stradolin I Bought in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Thought I better tag your quote so you’d see the above video in my reply. :)

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Jul-08-2020, 2:29pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread 1930’s Stradolin I Bought in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Sue, Thank you for your kind comments! I learned a lot about what to do to level the frets and file the nut slots by watching Jerry Rosa on this...

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Jul-07-2020, 7:58pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Is this how it starts? in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Really nice looking mandolin. Much better condition than the one I bought as a fixer upper. They do have a nice, dry woody tone. Thanks for...

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Jul-07-2020, 7:54pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Thomastik-Infeld Strings in Equipment

I strung up my MT today with the Thomastik Infeld medium FW’s and really enjoyed playing. The cloth wrapping on each end of the strings is a great...

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Jul-06-2020, 12:08am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Thomastik-Infeld Strings in Equipment

MT2 and all, I want to thank you for your knowledgeable advice! Your ideas are a big help to me. They will arrive Wednesday and after I...

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Jul-06-2020, 12:04am

lflngpicker replied to a thread Thomastik-Infeld Strings in Equipment

Hi Pat, I really appreciate your confidence boost on my gauge choice. I will let you know! :)

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Jul-05-2020, 11:57pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread 1950's Stradolin? in Looking for Information About Mandolins

I will find the other thread! Thanks and enjoy it.

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Jul-05-2020, 8:06pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread 1950's Stradolin? in Looking for Information About Mandolins

So how did your pursuit of this one work out? I am really enjoying mine. Let us know if you decided on it, if you want to. :mandosmiley:

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Jul-05-2020, 8:03pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread 1930’s Stradolin I Bought in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Thanks Pops1, I really enjoyed the work and the satisfaction of making it playable. The old woody A5 sound is hard to beat! Never thought I could...

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Jul-05-2020, 7:51pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread New F9 in General Mandolin Discussions

Those F9’s are a very nice instrument! Congratulations.

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Jul-04-2020, 1:49pm

Eric Platt replied to a thread Kalamazoo Mandolin Mystery--zippier sound hole binding in Looking for Information About Mandolins

Unfortunately I don't have photos of it, but do believe the first KM-11 I owned had that decoration. Bought it through Willie's American Guitars in...

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Jul-02-2020, 8:50pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Thomastik-Infeld Strings in Equipment

MT2, I thank you for your testimony. I would hope if my Collings is typically strung with mediums that the medium strings will suit it. The...

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Jul-02-2020, 2:43pm

lflngpicker replied to a thread Strings By Mail in Equipment

Thanks Mark, for this information. I also gained some other sources as the thread went on. Good to know where you are all buying your mando...

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Jul-02-2020, 2:18pm

lflngpicker started a thread Thomastik-Infeld Strings in Equipment

I had some gift money and decided to buy the strings I could never afford. I have bought the Thomastik-Infeld flat wound, Mediums to put on my...

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