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Nut slot height is perfect. I don't remember the exact numbers, but the clearance at the first fret was really close. It is definitely a neck angle/bridge issue.
I think I have it close enough now....

I am learning to play a few songs. I didn't have anything to compare the flatiron to until I played a few mandolins in the music stores this weekend. I played a bunch of low end Loar's, epiphone's,...

What is everyone’s action height at the 12th fret?

My 1984 3MW Flatiron Mandolin just showed up. This is my first mandolin, from what I can tell, it plays well.
Wanted to say thanks to everyone that has contributed to this thread. I spent 2 days...

I would like to play along with the melody.

The guy with the Newell in the classifieds never got back with me.
I did however buy the Flatiron 3MW that was in the classifieds.
I will let y'all know how it goes.
Thanks for all the advice...

My wife is taking violin lessons and she is mainly interested in Irish jig/reel kind of stuff. I play a little bit of guitar, but thought it might be cool to get a mandolin to be able to play with...