Wednesday 6 March 2013

Vintage Flat Back Mandolin Neck Repair.

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This is an old flat back style mandolin with a maple top. The tuners appear to be ivory. I do not know the makers name. This mandolin had a little accident breaking the neck into two pieces.

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It appears to have been repaired once before using hide glue.

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All back together.

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Black nitro cellulose lacquer to blend in with the original finish.

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