This Mandolin #5, is owned by Ron Coculo, Kent's Hill, MAINE, U.S.A. It has a top
of Oregon (Douglas Fir), and neck, back and sides of Queensland Maple. The
back is particularly striking with its highly quilted grain. It
is finished with Nitro Cellulose Lacquer. Tuners are top quality, precision,
German made Schaller brand.
The
Mandolin #6 (left) is an F5 with Oval Sound Hole. It features a top
of Western Red Cedar, and Neck, Back and Sides of Queensland
Maple. It is owned by Mike King of British Columbia, CANADA.
Current waiting time on all Mandolin
Orders is approximately 18 Months. I use and recommend Roger
Siminoff's book 'Constructing A
Bluegrass Mandolin.'
The King Brown
Mandolin Arm Rest is available as an option. Made from solid Ebony,(also available in Maple)
it attaches to the side of the instrument as shown in the photos below.
(Click on small images to enlarge) It protects
the instrument's finish from wear and tear and also improves tone and sustain
by allowing the top to vibrate more freely. It is easily attached with the tool
provided.
Price: AUD$65.00,USD$45.50. (Postage included.)
From Loren Bailey, GEORGIA, USA:-
David,
I received your armrest today. First of all, very fine work, it looks
great. I installed it in seconds. I took your advice and installed it
using a thin piece of cardboard (your business card to be precise). Card
slipped out after I tightened it up. The right end fits nicely over the
tailpiece without touching it. FANTASTIC device. Love it.
Not only was the product great the shipping was quick. 6 days from the time the order was placed until I had it on my mando. Many places stateside can't have a product to you that quickly. Great job David, keep it up!
Thanks again!
Loren