Website Ordering

Price

$8,500 for F-models, $4,800 for A-models, and $5,000 for A-style mandolas. Exact price may vary depending on specific woods, hardware, and other components used.

Ordering & Terms of Sale

Given the time available, I expect to complete two instruments approximately every four months. No deposit is required. Full payment must be received prior to shipment. Shipping costs are at my expense. Customers purchasing directly from me have a 30-day period during which they may return the instrument in its original condition for a full refund. Cost of return shipment is at the customer's expense.

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: