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htaylor@herbtaylor.com
updated 24-Jun-2007


Number 64

This is a mandolin with carved top and back, F-holes, and an asymmetrical 2-point shape. The body wood is narra and the top is Sitka spruce. The sound is very crisp and pure, good for any application including bluegrass "chops".

The top is braced with Gibson style tone bars and the back is unbraced except for a center seam splice. The bolt on neck has a modern 2-way adjustable truss rod.

The head veneers and pick guard are Madagascar rosewood and the bindings are ebony. Gold hardware, a flaring heastock and carved "horn" area complete the rich, slightly ornate look. The finish is buffed water-based lacquer.

The neck is not truly adjustable because I had not fully evolved my design yet when I made it, so I have reduced the price.

SOLD