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    I acquired this Mandolin and am not sure what I have. Looking for answers. Appears to be very old. Sticker says GVE WETTENGALE GEGRUNDET 1853

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    A bowlback mandolin, I suppose. I'm not too familiar with German made instruments. Here's a Wettengale gutiar for sale:

    https://reverb.com/item/2267863-rari...h-germany-1920
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    Quote Originally Posted by jim simpson View Post
    A bowlback mandolin, I suppose. I'm not too familiar with German made instruments. Here's a Wettengale gutiar for sale:

    https://reverb.com/item/2267863-rari...h-germany-1920
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    Mando-Accumulator Jim Garber's Avatar
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    Post some clear and detailed photos if you want more than a guess.
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