Links
Orcas Island Tonewoods
Fretboard Journal Article (Huge thanks to Evan Elkin!)
Whiskey Deaf
Eli West
Foghorn Stringband
Reeb & Caleb
Po Ramblin' Boys
Isaac Callendar
Minor Lee Woodworks
Fretboard Journal Article (Huge thanks to Evan Elkin!)
Whiskey Deaf
Eli West
Foghorn Stringband
Reeb & Caleb
Po Ramblin' Boys
Isaac Callendar
Minor Lee Woodworks
The List
The list is open, and I'm changing gears a bit. I've had a lot more demand for F5's recently, so for the foreseeable future that's what I'll be building. However, if you are interested in an A5, don't hesitate to let me know. I can tuck sporadic A5 orders in F5 batches, and possibly plan for another A5 batch.
As far as my builds go, I'm targeting the aesthetics of the Lloyd Loar era mandolins with a few minor variations. The shapes of my fretboards, pickguards, and A5 headstocks are my own design. I'm very well stocked with air dried and well seasoned Sitka, Engelmann, and Adirondack Spruces. I'm also sitting on a great supply of Western Big Leaf and Eastern Sugar & Red Maples. I do have some other species that are prime candidates for tops & backs, and if you're interested we'll talk. I'm asking for a $1000 deposit to hold a spot on the list with the balance due upon completion. If you're interested in talking shop, give me a shout! Thanks!
As far as my builds go, I'm targeting the aesthetics of the Lloyd Loar era mandolins with a few minor variations. The shapes of my fretboards, pickguards, and A5 headstocks are my own design. I'm very well stocked with air dried and well seasoned Sitka, Engelmann, and Adirondack Spruces. I'm also sitting on a great supply of Western Big Leaf and Eastern Sugar & Red Maples. I do have some other species that are prime candidates for tops & backs, and if you're interested we'll talk. I'm asking for a $1000 deposit to hold a spot on the list with the balance due upon completion. If you're interested in talking shop, give me a shout! Thanks!
For Sale
Currently, I don't have any for sale personally. There are some posted on a few different sites at the moment: #22 from 2017, #71 from 2021, #82 from 2022, and #95 from 2023. Some solid options here for anyone looking. If you have questions about the specs of any of these builds, contact me, and I'd be happy to help. Thanks!
Or you could just call me at 503-333-2983!
Thanks!
Thanks!