This is a mandolin with carved top and back, F-holes, and an asymmetrical 2-point shape. The body wood is American sycamore and the top is Carpathian spruce. The finish is buffed water-based lacquer.

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 lacewood (or leopardwood) and the bindings are rosewood. Gold hardware, a flaring headstock and carved "horn" area complete the rich, slightly ornate look.

The sound is very crisp and pure, good for any application including bluegrass "chops".

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