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    shape inspired by a bread cutting board, lol!
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    I agree with "interesting" - someone's idea of what a mandolin looks like.

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    Sadly, it would make far more sense to invest time and energy into a vintage instrument that would probably play and sound good after making such an effort and be worth a few pennies. I would imagine that this instrument would not do likewise.

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    Might make a good electric mandolin.
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    At least the seller is only asking $30 for it . . . I've seen junk like this on eBay with price tags that were very substantially higher!

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    I assume that it was originally meant to be a lefty? Also, it looks like the top wood grain runs crosswise.

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    Better to buy yourself some wood and make your own flattop. You still would have to buy new hardware for this one and who knows what else.
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    Boat Paddle, all its good for.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Charles E. View Post
    Boat Paddle, all its good for.
    I strongly disagree. There's also Ping-Pong!
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    Quote Originally Posted by EdHanrahan View Post
    I strongly disagree. There's also Ping-Pong!
    Don't forget a cutting board.
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