Martin Bowl-back Mandolin No. 4840 (1916) Brand_ Karl Niedt Interspersed with Pete s recollections

Interspersed with Pete s recollections of Woody are versions of some of Guthrie s most famous songs performed by idealistic links in the topical music chain like Arlo Guthrie (dueting with Pete on one of the few Woody-Seeger co-writes

These are currently sold new at $2500 which makes this instrument a great value as it is almost vintage in age but with very few signs of use

These strings deliver a warm

1/4" output

I also features gold plated tuners and a nice tortoise pick guard

Martin Bowl-back Mandolin No. 4840 (1916) Brand_ Karl Niedt Interspersed with Pete s recollectionslovely old Martin bowl back mandolin with Spruce top and what appears to be Rosewood side back. Other features include inlaid tortoise pickguard, metal housed tuning machines with decorative etching and chippendale carved headstock. This mandolin is in good vintage playing condition with a straight neck and comfortable action. The bridge has been filed down a bit to keep the action playable and could be filed further if desired. There are plenty of