Website Ordering

Price

$7,500-$8,500 for instruments delivered through December 2008. Exact price depends on the cost of wood and other components used.

Ordering

Given the time available, I expect to complete two mandolins every four months. No deposit is required. 

Body Style

Since beginning to build again, I have focused exclusively on F-models. However, beginning in 2008, I expect to produce a limited number of A-models—probably in the $4,000-$5,000 price range.

Wood, Ornamentation, and Finish

Hardware

Most people have preferences when it comes to tuners, bridges, tailpieces, pickguards, and cases. Though these components are important for playability, security, and to a limited extent, sound, they rarely define the underlying quality of an instrument. In many respects, they are (or can be) after-market choices.

Rather than be a reseller of numerous hardware options, I prefer to concentrate on building. With that said, I will do my best to meet customers’ needs. Following are standard options: