I have what's probably the most common question on here: What's this?
Walking through an antique mall today, I found a mandolin. (I don't play {at least not at this point } but have a kid who does.
It's in good shape—I play violin/viola and know a little about what to look for. The case is heavy, probably bullet-proof, and quite worn. Instrument has a circular label inside it, white with black, block lettering. It says "RENO MANDOLINS" around the outside of the circle. Inside, it reads "OLD NO. 4" and, in much smaller type, "built by PB" and "date: Feb. 1988", with the initials and date handwritten. F style.
I can't find anything online or in the Mandolin Café search function about this instrument or brand. I texted photos to the kid, he was noncommittal about whether he could use it without trying it. Fair enough. OK, OK, the price they offered me was too good to pass up, and it's sitting next to me on the couch.
What do I have?
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