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    Registered Loser Nick Cameron's Avatar
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    Default Armrest for Eastman MDO305 Octave Mandolin?

    Hey all! I've been lurking around for a few years, but this is my first actual post. I've been spoiled by an armrest/tailpiece combo that came on my Weber, so now I want all my mandolins arm-rested. Does anybody know what armrest(s) would fit the Eastman MDO305 octave mandolin? It's thinner than a lot of octaves, but thicker than a typical mandolin, so I'm not sure what will be the best fit.

    I have a Cumberland mandolin armrest on its way to put on my new-to-me Northfield (also on its way), so I can see if that would fit and report back - my gut tells me it would be too small, but I may be wrong. Apologies if this has already been discussed - I couldn't find a thread like this in my basic search. Thanks in advance!

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    Default Re: Armrest for Eastman MDO305 Octave Mandolin?

    Soliver armrests fit fine. Have one on my Eastman octave. A McClung should also work. Both are taller than the Cumberland which helps (IMO) with the taller bridge of the Eastman.
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    Default Re: Armrest for Eastman MDO305 Octave Mandolin?

    Thanks for your reply, Eric - I'll look into your suggestions!

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    Default Re: Armrest for Eastman MDO305 Octave Mandolin?

    I used a McClung with my MDO305. Worked like a charm!

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