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A few weeks ago I found a Craigslist ad for a Weber Gallatin, and purchased it. In the text of the ad, the owner commented that "it is easy to play." I didn't give any weight to that feature,...

This is really therapeutic for me - I fell asleep with mine on the recliner last week and awoke with it in a gentle embrace. I may need an intervention now that I'm starting to think this is normal!

I'm just guessing, but a person willing to shell out that much for a mandolin can probably afford the shipping fee. But then I suspect anyone seriously wanting it is going to at least try to...

But, unfortunately, there are times when the "want" overrides the "need!"

Really appreciate the comment and experiences shared here. This contributes to my Weber Gallatin A last night!

So I finally got in touch with the guy with the Gibson, and as much as I like old stuff, I recognized that this was going to be a project that would require a lot of TLC , money and time. Having a...

Okay, because I completely lack self control and the ability to stay on budget, I am now weighing these options:

The 1919 Gibson ($1000) above, but I won't be able to see it until Saturday, or
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Congrats!

What's a ballpark value of one of these, F-D?

So, I stumbled across a 1919 Gibson A-style, arch top, oval hole. The headstock has been recently refinished by Weber. She is obviously used, and I've not actually seen it in-person yet. It is priced...

Thanks everyone, I really appreciate all your input and suggestions. Lots to consider and a couple new brands that I wasn't aware of to look into. My old A-style was an oval hole instrument, but I...

Allen, while in theory you are correct, the sound my Breedlove F-style products is quite different (twangier, if that is a word) that the Gold Tone did. It was an oval hole, which may have...

Chris, I think it is funny that you posted this today - maybe it is something in the weather, but I checked the tuning on my mandolin mid-day and it was pretty close, but then tonight (after very...

While dinking around with a tenor banjo, a mandolin-playing neighbor asked if he could try my banjo. He brought his old Gold Tone mandolin over and we tried each other's instruments out. In his...

Does this help?
https://youtu.be/sP8MSD1qUxI

4 1/2 days and 2200 miles across seven states and I'm almost within sight of home, and I lost my resolve. The Casper Wyoming Craigslist had a deal on very lightly used Epiphone Hummingbird that I...

Sounds about like my speed, Honkety!

Thanks James!

I'm new here and keep seeing reference to a Song A Werk project, but not figuring out exactly what it is and how to participate. Most likely it is for more advanced players, but thought it may be...

A kindred spirit, indeed! I'm a Canon 1DX (X2) guy with way too much white glass for wildlife!

Yes f-d, I wander through Ekalaka now and again. Lots of trips from Miles City to Broadus and MC to Baker, but I have to be a bit creative to find an excuse to pass through Ekalaka!

As for the...

All too funny, gents! I'm sure I will demonstrate some instances of misplaced priorities, rash decision-making and general indiscretion along the way, but I'm just glad I will be able to share those...

I appreciate the warning Russ, but it is too late - the disease has already manifest itself in my being, so I am trying to develop coping mechanisms. But that is secondary to collecting more music,...

I love the story, Mike!

Hi Mark. Only an hour? Your restraint is admirable! I tell myself I can only play for an hour, but three hours later I realize I've lost all track of time. And the gettin' good thing, well I hope...