Espana mandolin question

[Ranald]

I'm moving this from another thread, as I haven't received much response. (Moderators, if you wish, please remove the other or combine the threads.)

Anyone know anything about Espana wide-neck mandolins? I played one from the 1960's today and liked it; the width suited my fingers well, it seemed well-crafted, and the sound was good, with surprising volume. It's a bit scratched up, but not so you'd notice from 10 feet away, and selling for $500 Canadian ($375 USD). I don't think these instruments have been discussed on the Cafe for 11 years. What are your thoughts please?

[pops1]

I'm not familiar with them, but then if you like it that is all that matters.

[Ranald]

Oops! My mistake, folks. I meant to post the OP under "General Mandolin Discussions" but posted it in the same category as my previous post. I won't further complicate matters by posting the message again. Apologies to all.