Information needed on this mandolin
Hi Guys, can you help me identify this mandolin. No markings inside or out to suggest the maker. I bought it from a collectibles shop in the San Francisco Bay Area and was told that it was one of five made by a Japanese luthier (unsubstantiated.) Top seems to be spruce, back and sides seem to be curly maple, Fretboard and tuning machine knobs seem to be ebony. Any information, guesses, and comments are welcome. Thank you in advance for your kind assistance!
Regards, Rick.
Re: Information needed on this mandolin
It was made in Vietnam and sold on eBay by one of two sellers, Antoniotsai or Bruceweiart.
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Re: Information needed on this mandolin
Mike beat me to it. I would say Tsai but who knows.
Jim
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