Hello,
New here, I also just posted asking repair/luthier advice in builders/repair. I am looking here for a range of worth/value to help me make a decision about my next step.
I have a Weymann Mandolute style 40 (1921?). I got it in auction for what I think was an OK price (~$260 incl. tax). Probably not a bargain, but hey, proceeds go a 501(c)3 nonprofit. I figured I would have to clean it, probably naptha the tuners, get new strings, maybe find a tailpiece cover. Per description, was supposed to just have minor dings/scratches, stuck tuner. I didn't see any cracks in photos. No cracks described.
The problem is that I received it and it is not merely "minor dings/scratches". I think it needs professional repair. The seam between the two back pieces has a section with maybe 4" separation.
I do not know what cost for repair would make my total out of pocket exceed the value of the instrument. Am I already at that max value with what I spent?
I do not have sentimental attachment to it, so I'd prefer to not spend more than it's worth to have a playable instrument. Not even sure what it sounds like yet, because I don't know if its safe to re-string at this point. This is my first mandolin.
If the mandolute did have good sound, and you had a fondness for old-timey music, and this is the style of mandolin you wanted to play on for a bit, but you already spent $260, is it worth investing in repair?
thanks,
hattie
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