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    Default Kelley two-point mandolin

    Here’s a couple of pics of my recent mandolin. This mandolin went out the door yesterday.
    100 year old red spruce top with tone bars. One piece highly figured maple back. Varnish finish. I’m happy with how this one sounds.
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    Here’s a link to a quick video so you can hear how it sounds.
    https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=_ChN45UhjOw

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    Very, very nice. Someone will be extremely happy with this gorgeous instrument. Thank you for posting!

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    Very nice looking instrument....and what a great sound right out of the box! Was that first tune Elzic's Farewell? Nice playing!

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    I'm a sucker for two-point mandolins. That one is gorgeous & sounds great!

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    The first tune is Cold Frosty Morn.
    Thanks for the kind words.

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    Beautiful. Such a sweet tone but with some drive too. I really like this one!
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    Home run, Skip, I'm glad to have seen & heard this one!

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