Recently acquired a "plain A" Gibson mandolin (S/N 15709 and factory order number 1838) from year 1912. Just changed the strings. See the photo.
- The non-adjustable bridge consists of a wood saddle with a black (ebony?) bridge in a slot running the length of the top of the saddle.
- The saddle seems to be firmly attached (almost like it's glued) to the top of the mandolin. Or maybe it's just stuck in the finish after sitting there for 108 years. I have no idea whether this is the original saddle and bridge.
- The black bridge piece is broken into three pieces.
I have seen photos of similar looking one piece bridges with the hole under the 1st string, but not with the two piece saddle and bridge. What's the purpose of the hole?
I am thinking to replace the bridge and/or saddle at some point. Any advice or pointers to into would be appreciated.
Thanks
Ed
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