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The List

​So, I've whittled away at the list a bit, and I'm opening it back up for now. I'm still sticking with F5's and A5's due to limited space in my shop. For the most part I'm targeting the aesthetics of the Lloyd Loar era mandolins with a few minor exceptions. I'm very well stocked with Sitka, Engelmann and Adirondack Spruces, and it's almost all air dried and well seasoned. 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. Available spots on the list are currently about two to four years out, and I'll update here in time. 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 - A5 #81  ***ON HOLD***

This build is from my most recent batch. Lightly played so far. Tiny bit of arm wear near the tailpiece. Very focused bluegrass mandolin that's changing rapidly. Adi top, sugar maple all around, radius on the fretboard, EVO fretwire, 1 5/32" at the nut, rounded "V" neck profile, triple/side bound, Rubner tuners with ebony buttons, ebony pickguard, engraved James tailpiece, spirit varnish finish, and comes with a white fiberglass superior case. $6500+shipping. Thanks!

For Sale -  A5 #36  ***ON HOLD***

This build is from 2019. Built for Bruce Harvie. I just finished another one for him, so this one came back to me. I recently re-French polished the whole thing. Huge, meaty tone, and rings clear & strong up the neck. 110+ year old AK Sitka top, OP big leaf maple back & sides, eastern sugar maple neck, rounded "V" neck profile, 1 5/32" at the nut, non-radiused fretboard, EVO fretwire, Rubner Tuners, engraved James Tailpiece, hand rubbed burst, spirit varnish finish, and comes in a white Superior fiberglass case. $5000+shipping. Thanks!

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Or you could just call me at 503-333-2983! 
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