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I installed a 4-saddle bridge from Moongazermusic.com immediately upon receiving my Mando-Strat. It fit perfectly; even the screw holes lined up. Now the intonation is perfect on every string. I...

One of the many benefits of having Jim for a neighbor is that I get to see his mandolins built, and then am ususally among the first to play them. #I played #34 within an hour or two of it's initial...

I had a great time. #As stated elsewhere, words can't describe it. #Many thanks to the wonderful folks who make it happen, all the fine attendees, and the staff at La Parilla.

I guess I'll just play it safe and go with new set of Schallers. Thanks everybody for your input!

Actually, now that I've studied the StewMac spec page, it only has the length of the post going through the headstock to the string.

I don't know the terminology is for it, but I'm looking for...

To K_D;
I already tried that, but it didn't change the direction. #There's a saying in my family... "If it ain't broke, take it apart and lose a few of the pieces... then it will be..." #fortunately...

I need to change out the tuning machines on a Czech-built F style mandola. #The existing Schallers turn in the non-conventional direction. #I'm considering the Grover machines because I like the gear...

I played it the first day it was strung... and again last night. #Another home run! #Nice work Jim!
--Drew #http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/coffee.gif

Yeah, I might go.
Okay, talk me into it.
--Drew H. http://www.mandolincafe.net/iB_html/non-cgi/emoticons/coffee.gif

I've already raved at length about Jim Hilburn and his mandolins in other discussion areas... so I'll try to tone it down.... but I've gotta' add how much I respect Jim's artistry and integrity as a...

JR,
Jim did varnish the back on the neck. So far, it doesn't seem to have any of the issues that my body chemistry had with the lacquer on #17. I'm hopeful this will not be a problem. I am keeping...

Okay, it is now day 4 and I have played #30 for several hours over the past 3 days. The volume and tone are all I could ask for but will likely continue to improve. I've calmed down from the initial...

No, Jim, I don't mind. I just want to thank you again for building me this mandolin. It is truly a masterpiece. Now, where's my pick?
--Drew

scroll envy?

...too bad Jim couldn't find any good wood for the back!

The headstock....

Let me try that one more time....

Jim Hilburn strung this up the day before yesterday; I've been able to put it down just long enough to eat and sleep. #It keeps getting better and better and It's only two days old. #Stop by Camp...

Yeah, I played it last night too; (what a party!) #The setup was immaculate, the tone was fabulous, but it sounded best in the hands of its owner! #A fine mandolin!

I have it on good authority...