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Jim and Don mentioned the pickguard. Here are two photos showing where the pickguard support would have been. The pickguard is still supported by the block, which has the hole into which the...

Thanks for your input DP. Would you elaborate on the red flags that you referred to in your post?

The mandolin belonged to my great-uncle Tony, Anthony Loprate, who was from Hartford, CT and knew...

Thanks for the catalog image Jim. Certainly important for the historical context of this model. I wonder how many were made, and how many have survived? We know of two from this thread.
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There is no label Bill.

I want to thank everyone for your input. I thought this was a unique mandolin since I couldn’t find another one anywhere online. I am eager to follow up on your suggestions and will let you know...

I have a Vega f-hole cylinder back mandolin c.1920 by serial number 38168. It is a Bauer Model as stated on the front headstock plate. I'm trying to put a value on it for insurance but I cannot...