Mandolin Brothers, Ltd.

Staten Island, New York mecca for guitar players from all over the world. Site features interesting listings and color photos of fine new and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, ukuleles. The showroom is a “must see” when visiting NY/NJ metro region.

81 thoughts on “Mandolin Brothers, Ltd.”

  1. searching info on sigma brass banjo
    Jon McLaughlin

    I have a banjo that I can’t find any info on. Anyone with ideas on how to find a value on a sigma 5 string banjo prepared and inspected by c.f. martin and co. model #2B800 serial# 00035. It is made of brass and has pearl inlaid on the neck. I would love to find anything out about it. I have tried martin company and received no reply.

  2. old guitars in closet
    yvonne terry

    found a steel guitar in family home vaguely remember it as a child over 30 years ago.The name on it is guyatone.
    the electric guitar is a kimberly do they have any value?

  3. Truetone, F Hole, Accoustic, P-3, L2114
    Charles C Snyder

    Did comedian George Gobel once own a guitar like this? If so, how much would it be worth, with or without his ownership?

  4. 1964 Harmony
    Joseph Potrzebowski

    I have a Sept. 8, 1964 Harmony guitar with a floating pickup (jazz style). The body of the guitar is shaped like a short Fender jazzmaster. Do you know what model of harmony it is? Do you know where I can buy parts for it?

  5. Gibson bass guitar
    Tony Camilleri

    Hi,I have an electric Gibson bass guitar SG shape serial no:901617.I think it was made in 69 or 70.It is in pritty good condition.Can you please give me some idea what it is worth as I would like to sell it to buy a new guitar.Thanks,Tony.

  6. guitar found in attic
    joe

    hello, i bought a house and found a guitar in the attic, need to know if someone can use it. just would like to get a fair price for it. looks like brand new previous home owner said it was from the late 50’s early 60’s…..need help on this from the people who know……thanks joe

  7. 1958 LesPaul custom
    Rick

    Can you help?
    I need a retail price on a vintage 1958 "Black Beauty" Les Paul Custom. It has the 3 PAF Humbucker pickups and has the OHSC.It’s all original and I have owned it since 1969.It was in player condition when I acquired it and is in the same condition now. I only played it in the house and not much in the last 25 years.I verified the year from the ink stamp on the back on the head stock.It is only missing the plastic toggle switch knob. I would like to know the current fair market value for both insurance purposes and I am thinking of selling it.
    Thanks in advance
    Rick

    1. Re: 1958 LesPaul custom
      Danny J. Sveinson

      Hey Rick,

      I research guitars, buy guitars, sell guitars and I am a major enthusiast. You may well jump out of your chair, but your guitar colud be worth between $17,000 and 30,000. If you can send me a picture of the front and back of it, I will apraise it for you.

      Cheers,
      Danny J. Sveinson

  8. Would love to get some help, I always wanted a Martin Guitar so when I got the chance I bought this 1986, D-28, C.f. Martin III Commemerative Guitar. There where only 140 produced and all the craftmen signed their names on the inside of the top.

    That was near 20 years ago, I am now aproaching 70 and because of health seldom play it. It cost $2250 new, and I am wondering about what it’s worth is today. It is in perfect condition in a martin hard case. As I have been unable to locate any transaction where this modle guitar has changed hands I am lost as to it’s worth.

    Thanks for any help

  9. Pancake style Dragon ( Chinese) mandolin
    Donald Belden

    I saw one today. Absolutely beautiful. Abalone inlay body
    and lots of neck decoration.

    Do you have this or can you direct me to source?

  10. Eastman or GIB 175C
    Ken Cirelli

    Looking for Eastman Archtop or Gibson 175, L-7, L-10 any at kinda reasonable price> I’m a player not a dealer and would rather give my money to another player than a corporate entity.

    Ken Cirelli [email protected]

    1. Re: fender concert tone banjo
      Bill

      : where can i get a fender concert tone banjo

      I have a Salstrom Concert Tone Banjo with gold plating in the origional plush case. It has the tuner and finger picks. It was my grandfathers and he was the only one who ever played it. He hardly played this one. Let me know if you are still interested in purchasing one. Salstrom apparently was the original maker of the Fender banjo.

      1. Re: fender concert tone banjo
        William

        : : where can i get a fender concert tone banjo

        : I have a Salstrom Concert Tone Banjo with gold plating in the origional plush case. It has the tuner and finger picks. It was my grandfathers and he was the only one who ever played it. He hardly played this one. Let me know if you are still interested in purchasing one. Salstrom apparently was the original maker of the Fender banjo.

        Would you mind e-mailing some photos of the Salstrom?
        [email protected]

      2. Re: fender concert tone banjo
        Salstrom details?

        : : where can i get a fender concert tone banjo

        : I have a Salstrom Concert Tone Banjo with gold plating in the origional plush case. It has the tuner and finger picks. It was my grandfathers and he was the only one who ever played it. He hardly played this one. Let me know if you are still interested in purchasing one. Salstrom apparently was the original maker of the Fender banjo.

        Are you selling your Salstrom? Can you describe more details please? How much are you asking?

        1. Your Salstrom banjo
          Larry Perkins

          I know this is a long shot since this thread is so old – but if you still happen to have your Salstrom banjo for sale, I’m VERY interested in it!

  11. Lark Jr 6 string acoustic
    Doug

    I want to find the value of a guitar that used to belong to my grandfather. It is a Lark Jr six string acoustic. It is a full body, violin style, V neck design. To see a picture of the four string version go to http://www.vintageinstruments.com/museum/2larksfulpage.html
    My grandfather bought it used in the 50’s. I’ve been told that the Lark company lost out to Gibson. No one is certain whether Lark is made in America or Japan. It is not for sale. I need to know for insurance purposes. If anyone can help me out I’d be forever grateful.

    1. lark 6 string arch top
      martin evans

      i am currently restoring a Lark Junior 6 string archtop guitar. i know alot of people will call me crazy but there is alot to this story. i have an uncle who was a maintenance man at the local high school. he found this guitar in a case next to the dumpster at the school and its in pretty rough shape. the fret board has come completely off of the neck and a previous owner tried to refinish the face of the guitar and didnt put a clear coat on it. i have ordered a new tail piece, bone nut, tortise colored pick guard, and tuning keys for it. the original tail was rusted pretty bad and 4 of the 6 tuning keys were bent, and the pick guard was shattered. i wish i could find a replacement fret board that matched the original but so far, no luck. my father has had this guitar in his basement for a few years and i just started on it on December 21st. so far i have ordered parts, ,removed the neck from the body, sanded the finish off of the neck and i have begun hand sanding the body. i plan on staining it by hand and having a local cabinet maker spray it with the final coat of clear varnish. i just hope it doesnt sound like a bag of crap when its all done. the guitar is the exact style of the 4 string in the link that was posted above, except its a 6 string

        1. I own an original Lark Jr. that belonged to my grandfather. I don’t know if he was the original owner or not, but he had it in the 50’s. Like the rest of you, I’m looking for more information on it. Mine is exactly like the pictures of instruments I’ve seen listed on eBay in the last year.

          Mine appears to be original down to the knobs, pick guard, pickup, etc. I’ve never played it, but am looking at cleaning it up to play.

          I’d particularly like to find out if there is a serial number listing or other ways to date it, and more about the company in general.

          If anybody has info, they can reach me via junkmail (at) stanward.net

          Thanks.

    2. Re: Lark Jr 6 string acoustic
      D18

      I’d say $1000 value.

      : I want to find the value of a guitar that used to belong to my grandfather. It is a Lark Jr six string acoustic. It is a full body, violin style, V neck design. To see a picture of the four string version go to http://www.vintageinstruments.com/museum/2larksfulpage.html
      : My grandfather bought it used in the 50’s. I’ve been told that the Lark company lost out to Gibson. No one is certain whether Lark is made in America or Japan. It is not for sale. I need to know for insurance purposes. If anyone can help me out I’d be forever grateful.

    3. Re: Lark Jr 6 string acoustic
      Dusty

      : I want to find the value of a guitar that used to belong to my grandfather. It is a Lark Jr six string acoustic. It is a full body, violin style, V neck design. To see a picture of the four string version go to http://www.vintageinstruments.com/museum/2larksfulpage.html
      : My grandfather bought it used in the 50’s. I’ve been told that the Lark company lost out to Gibson. No one is certain whether Lark is made in America or Japan. It is not for sale. I need to know for insurance purposes. If anyone can help me out I’d be forever grateful.

      Well, I have a 1948 model Lark acoustic/electric. It is a well made guitar, and the only acoustic (modern or vintage) I have ever played that sounds 100% like an acoustic guitar when plugged in. It has one lipstick pickup and was definately made in the U.S. Some pretty serious internet sleuthing has returned almost nothing on the pre-1950’s Larks other than they were made by Kay and possibly by Gibson in 1930’s. They are extremely rare, but that doesn’t make them worth a fortune. In fact, they may suffer from being so rare by not being known by many people. I sent pics to the link you provided, and the guy that owns the place said he had never seen one like mine.. You should keep it safe/cozy and well protected. Whether it is very valuable or not. The old vintage Larks have nothing to do with the newer imported ones or those even from the 1960’s forward. They are rare! If yours sounds as good as mine play it!

  12. Harmony mandolin
    Frank Byrd

    i am looking for any information on a Harmony mandolin i bought new in the 1970’s. It is sort of a copy of and F-5, but it has a cutaway on the top and bottom. It really looks fancy and was top of the Harmony line. I have never seen another one like it. I know when I purchased it I had to buy a case for the F-5 Gibson because it would not fit into a regular case.

    I would just like to know what the model number is and if it has any value. It plays good, and has an excellent sound. It is sunburst finished and has inlays in the neck instead of the normal dot. The headpiece is fashioned somewhat like a Gibson with the Harmony logo on top. It also has a nice pickguard with Harmony on it also.

    Can anyone help me????

    Thanks

    Frank

    1. Re: Harmony mandolin
      Tom Smith

      : i am looking for any information on a Harmony mandolin i bought new in the 1970’s. It is sort of a copy of and F-5, but it has a cutaway on the top and bottom. It really looks fancy and was top of the Harmony line. I have never seen another one like it. I know when I purchased it I had to buy a case for the F-5 Gibson because it would not fit into a regular case.

      : I would just like to know what the model number is and if it has any value. It plays good, and has an excellent sound. It is sunburst finished and has inlays in the neck instead of the normal dot. The headpiece is fashioned somewhat like a Gibson with the Harmony logo on top. It also has a nice pickguard with Harmony on it also.

      : Can anyone help me????

      : Thanks

      : Frank

      Hi Frank
      You took the words out of my mouth when I read your posting.
      It appears that I have the same mandolin. Inside the body is printed S-72-A, Made in USA. There is also a number 29 in quite large print.
      I purchased mine from The House of Sounds in Kingston Ontario in the mid 70’s. The description of your instrument matches mine, right down to the case.
      I have been searching for the last number of years for any information regarding this instrument
      I have just moved back to Canada from Texas and now have enough time on my hands to continue researching this instrument.
      Kingston has a number of very good music shops that specialize in older instruments. If I come up with anything I’ll send you a note.
      Since they are USA made, I’m sure they are worth a few bucks.
      Vintage Guitar Magazine did an article on Harmony instruments that included mandolins. This one did not show up. I wonder if it was one of the last USA built instruments.

      Regards

      Tom

        1. Re: Harmony mandolin
          Roger Whitson

          : : : i am looking for any information on a Harmony mandolin i bought new in the 1970’s. It is sort of a copy of and F-5, but it has a cutaway on the top and bottom. It really looks fancy and was top of the Harmony line. I have never seen another one like it. I know when I purchased it I had to buy a case for the F-5 Gibson because it would not fit into a regular case.

          : : : I would just like to know what the model number is and if it has any value. It plays good, and has an excellent sound. It is sunburst finished and has inlays in the neck instead of the normal dot. The headpiece is fashioned somewhat like a Gibson with the Harmony logo on top. It also has a nice pickguard with Harmony on it also.

          : : : Can anyone help me????

          : : : Thanks

          : : : Frank

          : : Hi Frank
          : : You took the words out of my mouth when I read your posting.
          : : It appears that I have the same mandolin. Inside the body is printed S-72-A, Made in USA. There is also a number 29 in quite large print.
          : : I purchased mine from The House of Sounds in Kingston Ontario in the mid 70’s. The description of your instrument matches mine, right down to the case.
          : : I have been searching for the last number of years for any information regarding this instrument
          : : I have just moved back to Canada from Texas and now have enough time on my hands to continue researching this instrument.
          : : Kingston has a number of very good music shops that specialize in older instruments. If I come up with anything I’ll send you a note.
          : : Since they are USA made, I’m sure they are worth a few bucks.
          : : Vintage Guitar Magazine did an article on Harmony instruments that included mandolins. This one did not show up. I wonder if it was one of the last USA built instruments.

          : : Regards

          : : Tom

          : Hello Frank and Tom:
          : I just came across your requests for model information on your Harmony Mandolins, which I believe are either H8025 Harmony Baroque Model acostic mandolins, or the original H35 Harmony Electric mandolin Models, introduced in the late 1960’s. You can see the electric model on the emando.com data base under the inactive builder Harmony listing, while Elderly Instruments once had a H8025 Barogue model listed some time ago, but the photos are still available. Just type Harmony Baroque Mandolin into your search and it should come up. I have owned a couple of these mandos previously, and they are often seen on eBay where they are called the "BATWING" models, referring to the shape of the headstock and pickguard. I hope that this is helpful in your search for information on your mandos.
          : Regards,
          : Terry Calvert
          : Churchill, Ontario

          The S-72-A inside the instrument refers to manufactured date.
          S- summer
          72- year of manufacture
          A- afternoon shift

          Rather bizarre catalog method, but that’s how they did it.

          Hope this helps a bit.
          Roger
          Ruthven, Ontario

        2. Re: Harmony mandolin
          Jerry Edrington

          Hi Gents,
          I just purchased a Harmony Monteray "A" style on Ebay that has S-72 stamped on the inside along with the SN 4928H417. The finish is checked but with new strings in plays great. I could tell it had a few years on it becasue the old strings were "green" with age. Any idea where these were made in the US? It will make a good practice mando to go with my Gibson F5.
          Thanks,
          Jerry

        3. Re: Harmony mandolin
          Tammy Lockridge

          : : : i am looking for any information on a Harmony mandolin i bought new in the 1970’s. It is sort of a copy of and F-5, but it has a cutaway on the top and bottom. It really looks fancy and was top of the Harmony line. I have never seen another one like it. I know when I purchased it I had to buy a case for the F-5 Gibson because it would not fit into a regular case.

          : : : I would just like to know what the model number is and if it has any value. It plays good, and has an excellent sound. It is sunburst finished and has inlays in the neck instead of the normal dot. The headpiece is fashioned somewhat like a Gibson with the Harmony logo on top. It also has a nice pickguard with Harmony on it also.

          : : : Can anyone help me????

          : : : Thanks

          : : : Frank

          : : Hi Frank
          : : You took the words out of my mouth when I read your posting.
          : : It appears that I have the same mandolin. Inside the body is printed S-72-A, Made in USA. There is also a number 29 in quite large print.
          : : I purchased mine from The House of Sounds in Kingston Ontario in the mid 70’s. The description of your instrument matches mine, right down to the case.
          : : I have been searching for the last number of years for any information regarding this instrument
          : : I have just moved back to Canada from Texas and now have enough time on my hands to continue researching this instrument.
          : : Kingston has a number of very good music shops that specialize in older instruments. If I come up with anything I’ll send you a note.
          : : Since they are USA made, I’m sure they are worth a few bucks.
          : : Vintage Guitar Magazine did an article on Harmony instruments that included mandolins. This one did not show up. I wonder if it was one of the last USA built instruments.

          : : Regards

          : : Tom

          : Hello Frank and Tom:
          : I just came across your requests for model information on your Harmony Mandolins, which I believe are either H8025 Harmony Baroque Model acostic mandolins, or the original H35 Harmony Electric mandolin Models, introduced in the late 1960’s. You can see the electric model on the emando.com data base under the inactive builder Harmony listing, while Elderly Instruments once had a H8025 Barogue model listed some time ago, but the photos are still available. Just type Harmony Baroque Mandolin into your search and it should come up. I have owned a couple of these mandos previously, and they are often seen on eBay where they are called the "BATWING" models, referring to the shape of the headstock and pickguard. I hope that this is helpful in your search for information on your mandos.
          : Regards,
          : Terry Calvert
          : Churchill, Ontario

          Frank,

          I was online searching for a mandolin case as the stitching on mine has frayed over the years and I wish to replace it with a hard case. I came across your request for information about your Harmony Mandolin. I am at work and don’t have my mandolin for reference but after reading everyone’s comments, I think I have the same mandolin. It was a Christmas present from my father in the lare 70’s. You’re right! It is a very nice looking mandolin with a good sound. While I have no intention of selling mine, I would be curious of it’s value. I plan on checking out the website Terry mentioned to see what I can find out. I will check back to see if any of you have added any more information and add any as I find it.
          Tammy Lockridge
          in the Shenadoah Valley of Virginia

          1. Re: Harmony mandolin
            stephanie

            : : : : i am looking for any information on a Harmony mandolin i bought new in the 1970’s. It is sort of a copy of and F-5, but it has a cutaway on the top and bottom. It really looks fancy and was top of the Harmony line. I have never seen another one like it. I know when I purchased it I had to buy a case for the F-5 Gibson because it would not fit into a regular case.

            : : : : I would just like to know what the model number is and if it has any value. It plays good, and has an excellent sound. It is sunburst finished and has inlays in the neck instead of the normal dot. The headpiece is fashioned somewhat like a Gibson with the Harmony logo on top. It also has a nice pickguard with Harmony on it also.

            : : : : Can anyone help me????

            : : : : Thanks

            : : : : Frank

            : : : Hi Frank
            : : : You took the words out of my mouth when I read your posting.
            : : : It appears that I have the same mandolin. Inside the body is printed S-72-A, Made in USA. There is also a number 29 in quite large print.
            : : : I purchased mine from The House of Sounds in Kingston Ontario in the mid 70’s. The description of your instrument matches mine, right down to the case.
            : : : I have been searching for the last number of years for any information regarding this instrument
            : : : I have just moved back to Canada from Texas and now have enough time on my hands to continue researching this instrument.
            : : : Kingston has a number of very good music shops that specialize in older instruments. If I come up with anything I’ll send you a note.
            : : : Since they are USA made, I’m sure they are worth a few bucks.
            : : : Vintage Guitar Magazine did an article on Harmony instruments that included mandolins. This one did not show up. I wonder if it was one of the last USA built instruments.

            : : : Regards

            : : : Tom

            : : Hello Frank and Tom:
            : : I just came across your requests for model information on your Harmony Mandolins, which I believe are either H8025 Harmony Baroque Model acostic mandolins, or the original H35 Harmony Electric mandolin Models, introduced in the late 1960’s. You can see the electric model on the emando.com data base under the inactive builder Harmony listing, while Elderly Instruments once had a H8025 Barogue model listed some time ago, but the photos are still available. Just type Harmony Baroque Mandolin into your search and it should come up. I have owned a couple of these mandos previously, and they are often seen on eBay where they are called the "BATWING" models, referring to the shape of the headstock and pickguard. I hope that this is helpful in your search for information on your mandos.
            : : Regards,
            : : Terry Calvert
            : : Churchill, Ontario

            : Frank,

            : I was online searching for a mandolin case as the stitching on mine has frayed over the years and I wish to replace it with a hard case. I came across your request for information about your Harmony Mandolin. I am at work and don’t have my mandolin for reference but after reading everyone’s comments, I think I have the same mandolin. It was a Christmas present from my father in the lare 70’s. You’re right! It is a very nice looking mandolin with a good sound. While I have no intention of selling mine, I would be curious of it’s value. I plan on checking out the website Terry mentioned to see what I can find out. I will check back to see if any of you have added any more information and add any as I find it.
            : Tammy Lockridge
            : in the Shenadoah Valley of Virginia

            Hey guys –

            I have the same mandolin. After searching I’ve found that one in good condition runs from 300-400 dollars.

            1. Re: Harmony mandolin
              Alf Cunliffe Northern UK

              Hi everybody, I hope this moandolin search is still active? It appears that I’m not on my own attempting to get some info on a Harmony mandolin which sounds just like the one(s) you are describing. Any chance of getting some pictures into the site. We could then compare them all which might then give some more info about history, value etc.etc. Best wishes to all, Keep plucking. AlfC: : : : : i am looking for any information on a Harmony mandolin i bought new in the 1970’s. It is sort of a copy of and F-5, but it has a cutaway on the top and bottom. It really looks fancy and was top of the Harmony line. I have never seen another one like it. I know when I purchased it I had to buy a case for the F-5 Gibson because it would not fit into a regular case.

              : : : : : I would just like to know what the model number is and if it has any value. It plays good, and has an excellent sound. It is sunburst finished and has inlays in the neck instead of the normal dot. The headpiece is fashioned somewhat like a Gibson with the Harmony logo on top. It also has a nice pickguard with Harmony on it also.

              : : : : : Can anyone help me????

              : : : : : Thanks

              : : : : : Frank

              : : : : Hi Frank
              : : : : You took the words out of my mouth when I read your posting.
              : : : : It appears that I have the same mandolin. Inside the body is printed S-72-A, Made in USA. There is also a number 29 in quite large print.
              : : : : I purchased mine from The House of Sounds in Kingston Ontario in the mid 70’s. The description of your instrument matches mine, right down to the case.
              : : : : I have been searching for the last number of years for any information regarding this instrument
              : : : : I have just moved back to Canada from Texas and now have enough time on my hands to continue researching this instrument.
              : : : : Kingston has a number of very good music shops that specialize in older instruments. If I come up with anything I’ll send you a note.
              : : : : Since they are USA made, I’m sure they are worth a few bucks.
              : : : : Vintage Guitar Magazine did an article on Harmony instruments that included mandolins. This one did not show up. I wonder if it was one of the last USA built instruments.

              : : : : Regards

              : : : : Tom

              : : : Hello Frank and Tom:
              : : : I just came across your requests for model information on your Harmony Mandolins, which I believe are either H8025 Harmony Baroque Model acostic mandolins, or the original H35 Harmony Electric mandolin Models, introduced in the late 1960’s. You can see the electric model on the emando.com data base under the inactive builder Harmony listing, while Elderly Instruments once had a H8025 Barogue model listed some time ago, but the photos are still available. Just type Harmony Baroque Mandolin into your search and it should come up. I have owned a couple of these mandos previously, and they are often seen on eBay where they are called the "BATWING" models, referring to the shape of the headstock and pickguard. I hope that this is helpful in your search for information on your mandos.
              : : : Regards,
              : : : Terry Calvert
              : : : Churchill, Ontario

              : : Frank,

              : : I was online searching for a mandolin case as the stitching on mine has frayed over the years and I wish to replace it with a hard case. I came across your request for information about your Harmony Mandolin. I am at work and don’t have my mandolin for reference but after reading everyone’s comments, I think I have the same mandolin. It was a Christmas present from my father in the lare 70’s. You’re right! It is a very nice looking mandolin with a good sound. While I have no intention of selling mine, I would be curious of it’s value. I plan on checking out the website Terry mentioned to see what I can find out. I will check back to see if any of you have added any more information and add any as I find it.
              : : Tammy Lockridge
              : : in the Shenadoah Valley of Virginia

              :
              : Hey guys –

              : I have the same mandolin. After searching I’ve found that one in good condition runs from 300-400 dollars.

        4. Re: Harmony mandolin
          heather bridges

          The S Means Second Factory Ship the 72 means 1972, I don’t know what the A means ( might mean passed all inspections)

          : : : I would just like to know what the model number is and if it has any value. It plays good, and has an excellent sound. It is sunburst finished and has inlays in the neck instead of the normal dot. The headpiece is fashioned somewhat like a Gibson with the Harmony logo on top. It also has a nice pickguard with Harmony on it also.

          : : : Can anyone help me????

          : : : Thanks

          : : : Frank

          : : Hi Frank
          : : You took the words out of my mouth when I read your posting.
          : : It appears that I have the same mandolin. Inside the body is printed S-72-A, Made in USA. There is also a number 29 in quite large print.
          : : I purchased mine from The House of Sounds in Kingston Ontario in the mid 70’s. The description of your instrument matches mine, right down to the case.
          : : I have been searching for the last number of years for any information regarding this instrument
          : : I have just moved back to Canada from Texas and now have enough time on my hands to continue researching this instrument.
          : : Kingston has a number of very good music shops that specialize in older instruments. If I come up with anything I’ll send you a note.
          : : Since they are USA made, I’m sure they are worth a few bucks.
          : : Vintage Guitar Magazine did an article on Harmony instruments that included mandolins. This one did not show up. I wonder if it was one of the last USA built instruments.

          : : Regards

          : : Tom

          : Hello Frank and Tom:
          : I just came across your requests for model information on your Harmony Mandolins, which I believe are either H8025 Harmony Baroque Model acostic mandolins, or the original H35 Harmony Electric mandolin Models, introduced in the late 1960’s. You can see the electric model on the emando.com data base under the inactive builder Harmony listing, while Elderly Instruments once had a H8025 Barogue model listed some time ago, but the photos are still available. Just type Harmony Baroque Mandolin into your search and it should come up. I have owned a couple of these mandos previously, and they are often seen on eBay where they are called the "BATWING" models, referring to the shape of the headstock and pickguard. I hope that this is helpful in your search for information on your mandos.
          : Regards,
          : Terry Calvert
          : Churchill, Ontario

        5. Re: Harmony Mandolin
          Kevin Baker

          : : : i am looking for any information on a Harmony mandolin i bought new in the 1970’s. It is sort of a copy of and F-5, but it has a cutaway on the top and bottom. It really looks fancy and was top of the Harmony line. I have never seen another one like it. I know when I purchased it I had to buy a case for the F-5 Gibson because it would not fit into a regular case.

          : : : I would just like to know what the model number is and if it has any value. It plays good, and has an excellent sound. It is sunburst finished and has inlays in the neck instead of the normal dot. The headpiece is fashioned somewhat like a Gibson with the Harmony logo on top. It also has a nice pickguard with Harmony on it also.

          : : : Can anyone help me????

          : : : Thanks

          : : : Frank

          : : Hi Frank
          : : You took the words out of my mouth when I read your posting.
          : : It appears that I have the same mandolin. Inside the body is printed S-72-A, Made in USA. There is also a number 29 in quite large print.
          : : I purchased mine from The House of Sounds in Kingston Ontario in the mid 70’s. The description of your instrument matches mine, right down to the case.
          : : I have been searching for the last number of years for any information regarding this instrument
          : : I have just moved back to Canada from Texas and now have enough time on my hands to continue researching this instrument.
          : : Kingston has a number of very good music shops that specialize in older instruments. If I come up with anything I’ll send you a note.
          : : Since they are USA made, I’m sure they are worth a few bucks.
          : : Vintage Guitar Magazine did an article on Harmony instruments that included mandolins. This one did not show up. I wonder if it was one of the last USA built instruments.

          : : Regards

          : : Tom

          : Hello Frank and Tom:
          : I just came across your requests for model information on your Harmony Mandolins, which I believe are either H8025 Harmony Baroque Model acostic mandolins, or the original H35 Harmony Electric mandolin Models, introduced in the late 1960’s. You can see the electric model on the emando.com data base under the inactive builder Harmony listing, while Elderly Instruments once had a H8025 Barogue model listed some time ago, but the photos are still available. Just type Harmony Baroque Mandolin into your search and it should come up. I have owned a couple of these mandos previously, and they are often seen on eBay where they are called the "BATWING" models, referring to the shape of the headstock and pickguard. I hope that this is helpful in your search for information on your mandos.
          : Regards,
          : Terry Calvert
          : Churchill, Ontario

          Gents,

          I inherited a Harmony F71-FS (stamped inside)in 1987 from my father in law who probably bought it in Quebec. It is a double cutaway, has 2 F holes and a gold colored pickup, It also has a black plastic pick guard. There are volume and tone controls and comes with original feLt lined cardboard case. It sounds good, but needs to be refinished since he tried to "improve"it. It looks good but should look great once it’s done.

          Cheers

          Kevin Baker
          Coquitlam BC

        6. Re: Harmony mandolin
          Paul

          : : : i am looking for any information on a Harmony mandolin i bought new in the 1970’s. It is sort of a copy of and F-5, but it has a cutaway on the top and bottom. It really looks fancy and was top of the Harmony line. I have never seen another one like it. I know when I purchased it I had to buy a case for the F-5 Gibson because it would not fit into a regular case.

          : : : I would just like to know what the model number is and if it has any value. It plays good, and has an excellent sound. It is sunburst finished and has inlays in the neck instead of the normal dot. The headpiece is fashioned somewhat like a Gibson with the Harmony logo on top. It also has a nice pickguard with Harmony on it also.

          : : : Can anyone help me????

          : : : Thanks

          : : : Frank

          : : Hi Frank
          : : You took the words out of my mouth when I read your posting.
          : : It appears that I have the same mandolin. Inside the body is printed S-72-A, Made in USA. There is also a number 29 in quite large print.
          : : I purchased mine from The House of Sounds in Kingston Ontario in the mid 70’s. The description of your instrument matches mine, right down to the case.
          : : I have been searching for the last number of years for any information regarding this instrument
          : : I have just moved back to Canada from Texas and now have enough time on my hands to continue researching this instrument.
          : : Kingston has a number of very good music shops that specialize in older instruments. If I come up with anything I’ll send you a note.
          : : Since they are USA made, I’m sure they are worth a few bucks.
          : : Vintage Guitar Magazine did an article on Harmony instruments that included mandolins. This one did not show up. I wonder if it was one of the last USA built instruments.

          : : Regards

          : : Tom

          : Hello Frank and Tom:
          : I just came across your requests for model information on your Harmony Mandolins, which I believe are either H8025 Harmony Baroque Model acostic mandolins, or the original H35 Harmony Electric mandolin Models, introduced in the late 1960’s. You can see the electric model on the emando.com data base under the inactive builder Harmony listing, while Elderly Instruments once had a H8025 Barogue model listed some time ago, but the photos are still available. Just type Harmony Baroque Mandolin into your search and it should come up. I have owned a couple of these mandos previously, and they are often seen on eBay where they are called the "BATWING" models, referring to the shape of the headstock and pickguard. I hope that this is helpful in your search for information on your mandos.
          : Regards,
          : Terry Calvert
          : Churchill, Ontario

          Hello everybody,
          I also have one of these mandolins in my collection. (one of my favourates). The serial number is 7163H8025. Can anybody tellme the year of manufacture?
          Regards
          Paul

        7. Re: Harmony mandolin
          Al

          My understanding, the source of which I don’t remember,(perhaps http://www.broadwaymusicco.com/HARMONY.htm, or http://members.aol.com/Rothguitar/Rothguita30.html) is that the <<S72A>> number is the old Harmony Co of Chicago’s code for the date of manufacture- The summer of ’72. I’m not sure what the <<A>> means. Hope this helps.

          I suffer from MAS. I just bought one of these puppies on eBay and am anxiously awaiting its arrival at my doorstep.

          Probably the most famous player of these mandos, in the electrified version, is Yank Rachell. Also, on some numbers, I understand that Led Zeppelin incorporates one of these, played by Jimmy Paige and/or John Paul Jones.

          They are selling for between $265 and $400 on eBay, depending on who knowsw what. I understand the thing is rather large. They tend to be housed in their original chipboard cases. I hope I can find something better that doesn’t cost more than the mando.

          1. Re: Harmony mandolin
            Al

            Sorry- I reposted this because I inadvertently used html in my original posting and apparently this is verbotten and it distorted my message.

            : My understanding, the source of which I don’t remember, (perhaps http://www.broadwaymusicco.com/HARMONY.htm, or http://members.aol.com/Rothguitar/Rothguita30.html) is that the "S72A" number is the old Harmony Co of Chicago’s code for the date of manufacture- The summer of ’72. I’m not sure what the "A" means. Hope this helps.

            : I suffer from MAS. I just bought one of these puppies on eBay and am anxiously awaiting its arrival at my doorstep.

            : Probably the most famous player of these mandos, in the electrified version, was Yank Rachell. Also, on some numbers, I understand that Led Zeppelin incorporates one of these, played by Jimmy Paige and/or John Paul Jones.

            : They are selling for between $265 and $400 on eBay, depending on who knows what. I understand the thing is rather large. They tend to be housed in their original chipboard cases. I hope I can find something better that doesn’t cost more than the mando.

        8. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Terry Calvert
          Terry Calvert

          : : i am looking for any information on a Harmony mandolin i bought new in the 1970’s. It is sort of a copy of and F-5, but it has a cutaway on the top and bottom. It really looks fancy and was top of the Harmony line. I have never seen another one like it. I know when I purchased it I had to buy a case for the F-5 Gibson because it would not fit into a regular case.

          : : I would just like to know what the model number is and if it has any value. It plays good, and has an excellent sound. It is sunburst finished and has inlays in the neck instead of the normal dot. The headpiece is fashioned somewhat like a Gibson with the Harmony logo on top. It also has a nice pickguard with Harmony on it also.

          : : Can anyone help me????

          : : Thanks

          : : Frank

          : Hi Frank
          : You took the words out of my mouth when I read your posting.
          : It appears that I have the same mandolin. Inside the body is printed S-72-A, Made in USA. There is also a number 29 in quite large print.
          : I purchased mine from The House of Sounds in Kingston Ontario in the mid 70’s. The description of your instrument matches mine, right down to the case.
          : I have been searching for the last number of years for any information regarding this instrument
          : I have just moved back to Canada from Texas and now have enough time on my hands to continue researching this instrument.
          : Kingston has a number of very good music shops that specialize in older instruments. If I come up with anything I’ll send you a note.
          : Since they are USA made, I’m sure they are worth a few bucks.
          : Vintage Guitar Magazine did an article on Harmony instruments that included mandolins. This one did not show up. I wonder if it was one of the last USA built instruments.

          : Regards

          : Tom

          Hello Frank and Tom:
          I just came across your requests for model information on your Harmony Mandolins, which I believe are either H8025 Harmony Baroque Model acostic mandolins, or the original H35 Harmony Electric mandolin Models, introduced in the late 1960’s. You can see the electric model on the emando.com data base under the inactive builder Harmony listing, while Elderly Instruments once had a H8025 Barogue model listed some time ago, but the photos are still available. Just type Harmony Baroque Mandolin into your search and it should come up. I have owned a couple of these mandos previously, and they are often seen on eBay where they are called the "BATWING" models, referring to the shape of the headstock and pickguard. I hope that this is helpful in your search for information on your mandos.
          Regards,
          Terry Calvert
          Churchill, Ontario

          1. Harmony A Style Mandolin with Batwing Headstock
            Gordon

            I hope this is still active.

            I just bought a Harmony Mandolin Teardrop or A model mandolin with a Batwing Headstock
            Would appreciate any information.

            I have searched countless hours for information to no avail.

            Thanks for any information.
            Gordon

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    Joyce Flaugher

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    1. Re: Sedona 12 string guitar-serial number ST 44-12
      Todd Carlstrom

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      : Ifound this 12 string in a Pawn Shop. I have not been able to find where the maker is located. Are you familiar with this instrument.

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    stacy labance

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      Thorkild Yde Nielen

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      : Model ES-330 TDC Serial 947514. I would really appreciate it.
      : Thanks, Stacy
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      Thorkild Yde Nielsen
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      Stan Grinager

      : gibson banjo mastertone 1948-50 in mint condition
      : e-mail me back asking $1900

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        : : e-mail me back asking $1900

        have you gto a picture may be interested.
        thanks

  16. Martin Warranty
    Dave Paluch

    Bought a martin HD-28 from you guys back in 81. While changing srtings I noticed a crack in the Bridge. This crack extends between the Bridge pins. It’s not very wide. I would define it as "hair line". It does not appear to extend any further than the Bridge Pins. The bridge is intact and is not showing signs of pulling free from the top. The Guitar has never see strings heavier than light to medium gage, and has been very well taken care of. My questions are twofold. Should the bridge be replaced due to it’s present condition? Can it be let go for a while? Will it cause additional damage? Is this condition covered under the Martin Warranty?

  17. gibson 5 string banjo
    ed

    I have a gibson 5 string banjo for sale. Not sure what model. It mostly resembles a Earl Scruggs model. custom or special order built??It comes with the original hard shell case. Asking $800.00 contact me at [email protected] or phone 219-542-9919

    1. Re: gibson 5 string banjo
      Dave Oakes

      : I have a gibson 5 string banjo for sale. Not sure what model. It mostly resembles a Earl Scruggs model. custom or special order built??It comes with the original hard shell case. Asking $800.00 contact me at [email protected] or phone 219-542-9919

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      Mark Raborn

      Do you still have banjo??: I have a gibson 5 string banjo for sale. Not sure what model. It mostly resembles a Earl Scruggs model. custom or special order built??It comes with the original hard shell case. Asking $800.00 contact me at [email protected] or phone 219-542-9919

  18. gibson 5 strind banjo
    ed

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  19. long neck banjo
    steve shutt

    I am looking for a long neck(1960’s) banjo such as Gibson RB180, Pete Seeger Vega or other. Do you have any. I have a Gibson RB250 to trade. Please let me know.Thanks.

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      Thomas Custom Banjos

      : I am looking for a long neck(1960’s) banjo such as Gibson RB180, Pete Seeger Vega or other. Do you have any. I have a Gibson RB250 to trade. Please let me know.Thanks.

      1. Re: long neck banjo
        Bob

        : : I am looking for a long neck(1960’s) banjo such as Gibson RB180, Pete Seeger Vega or other. Do you have any. I have a Gibson RB250 to trade. Please let me know.Thanks.
        I HAVE A 1960 VEGA LONG NECK THAT I HAVE OWNED SINCE 1962.

        1. Re: long neck banjo
          Richard Bender

          : : : I am looking for a long neck(1960’s) banjo such as Gibson RB180, Pete Seeger Vega or other. Do you have any. I have a Gibson RB250 to trade. Please let me know.Thanks.
          : I HAVE A 1960 VEGA LONG NECK THAT I HAVE OWNED SINCE 1962.

          I have the same banjo. I bought it about the same time you did. Can’t find strings for it today. Any ideas?

          Richard

          1. Re: long neck banjo
            Doug

            Try John Pearse strings, item 1700-L. The "L" stands for "extra long." They’re all over the internet. Best price I have found is at First Quality Music for $3/69/set. GHS offers some strings that they claim are "long enough for most long-neck banjos" @ 42", but I find that my Vega Pete Seeger needs at least 43" of length. The Pearse strings are 48" long and should do the trick for you.

    2. Re: long neck banjo
      David Gurney

      I have a Gibson Pete Seeger, circa late 60’s early 70’s (haven’t checked w/serial #) in excellent condition.

      $2300.

      I am looking for a long neck(1960’s) banjo such as Gibson RB180, Pete Seeger Vega or other. Do you have any. I have a Gibson RB250 to trade. Please let me know.Thanks.

      1. Re: long neck banjo
        John Penn

        Yes, I have one, a ’62 I believe and I’m selling it. Can send pics if you wish.

        regards,

        John

        : I have a Gibson Pete Seeger, circa late 60’s early 70’s (haven’t checked w/serial #) in excellent condition.

        : $2300.

        : I am looking for a long neck(1960’s) banjo such as Gibson RB180, Pete Seeger Vega or other. Do you have any. I have a Gibson RB250 to trade. Please let me know.Thanks.

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