I bought my A5L from Curtis Peake a few years ago only to find that it is signed by Charlie Derrington which gave it a special mojo. Purchased from a once Bluegrass Boy and signed by the miracle...
I bought my A5L from Curtis Peake a few years ago only to find that it is signed by Charlie Derrington which gave it a special mojo. Purchased from a once Bluegrass Boy and signed by the miracle...
I am fortunate to own and play a Stiver F5 #334. Purchased from Elderly's in 2015 and I haven't put it down since. very balanced, great chop and nice midrange. I have a friend who bought an 1984...
Thank you everyone for your help snd thank you JString. I wrote to Lou and true to the gentleman he is, replied with a generous response. He suggested a 3/16 inch Allen wrench so there’s my answer....
Mike Blohm made these for me a few years ago. I still enjoy looking at the headstock when I pick up the Stiver. Lovely buttons.
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My Stiver F5 would be extremely difficult to part with. Love it.
I have just received a set of Handel replica tuning buttons crafted by Mike Blohm. I am very impressed with the quality of the work and they look spiffy to boot. Thanks Mike.
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I'm wanting to gauge if there is any interest in setting up a registry for Stiver mandolins. I am happy to set something up if there is some interest. I haven't quite thought of the structure or...
I used paper towelling to remove the excess, rubbing until the towelling was not showing any stain. I can't smell shoe polish. I think tea is just as good but you may need to soak it overnight. I...
Just bought it. They are just right aren't they?
I finally ordered my Sully Strap and had the pleasure of dealing with a true gentleman who was very patient, accommodating, interested and interesting. It's rare to find these traits as well as...
In Dublin go to The Brazen Head, O'Donaghue's and Johnny Fox's
It's 5mm Kangaroo lacing. Put up a pic when you make it.
A new mandolin needs a new strap ..... so made this.
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Just some quick photos. I intended to take some better photos to really show it off but I keep playing it ha ha.
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A friend of mine purchased a mid 80's Stiver about a year ago, which I played not long after he took possession. I have been unable to detach myself from the tone and playability of that mandolin...
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I have just made a strap from leather bootlaces for my A Style. Pretty chuffed about that.