I want to thank everyone that has sent me emails concerning this situation. I appreciate the backing of the community. I'd like to especially thank Scott Tichenor from this site and Dennis and Bryan from The Mandolin Store.
I got an email this morning from the manager of Blues Angel Music in Pensacola. Seems someone purchased my mandos at a local flea market and took them to Blues to sell on consignment. This was a month ago. The Gibson has been sold, but they still have (my) the Pava for sale.
This is bittersweet as I'm told Florida law says that once something is purchased in a legal manner the property is theirs. So, I can purchase MY Pava from the guy that has it for sale or let it go.
You know, this is total BS! I don't want the insurance $$ just my mandos. We'll see where this goes from here.
I reported the stolen items to the local authorities and then told them where my stuff ended up. I'll keep you posted on the rest.
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