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    Jo Dusepo, luthier Dusepo's Avatar
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    Default 4 x bowlback mandolins for restoration

    I was tempted to bid myself, but between customer orders I don't have the time right now.

    https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4-OLD-ITA...QAAOSw6zlgNBJY


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    Mando-Accumulator Jim Garber's Avatar
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    Default Re: 4 x bowlback mandolins for restoration

    Some quality makers there including DeMeglio, Peretti, Salomone. Could be decent but looks like all need work.
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    Default Re: 4 x bowlback mandolins for restoration

    I was wondering how to get a $32 bid on an old bowlback....simple, put FOUR of 'em in a box! Hee hee, just kidding, well, sort of......

    actually looks like a lot of fun for the right person.....

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