Vintage Soviet Child's Mandolin "Octava" Izyaslav USSR — Exceptional Condition

Give your child the magic of music with a true vintage soul!

We present to your attention a stunning, authentic Soviet children's miniature mandolin. This instrument was manufactured at the famous "Octava" factory in the city of Izyaslav and has been preserved to this day in amazing, near-collectible condition.

Looking inside the soundhole, you can see the original factory paper label, which clearly states: factory "Octava", Izyaslav, Children's Mandolin, Price 2 Rubles 00 Kopecks, Order 2917.

The front soundboard is decorated with a very sweet, warm vintage design (pyrography / wood burning) depicting spring flowers and hardworking honeybees. This pattern instantly catches a child's eye and creates a sense of a fairy tale.

Why this is the perfect choice for teaching a child? Unlike a standard adult mandolin, which has complex double strings, this children's model is designed specifically for small hands and has only 4 single strings.

• Easy start: The instrument tunes and frets very softly, so your child's fingers won't get tired. This is a wonderful, much rarer and more interesting alternative to a standard ukulele.
• Talent development: Perfectly suited for getting a child used to string instruments, developing a sense of rhythm, fine motor skills, and a sincere love for music from a very young age.
• Weightless instrument: It weighs less than a glass of water! A child will be able to hold it and play for hours without getting tired at all.

Precise physical dimensions and characteristics:

• Total length of the instrument: 33.5 cm
• Width of the body itself (soundboard): 16.5 cm
• Body length up to the neck: 16 cm
• Weight: Only 185 grams! Super-lightweight.
• Number of strings: 4 single metal strings.
• Condition: Amazing. There are no cracks or serious defects on the body, neck, or tuning pegs. The lacquer shines, the peg mechanism is fully functional, and the wood has retained its deep, beautiful warm tint.

Important information for buyers (Return conditions and duties)

• "As Is" Condition: The instrument is sold in the exact condition as you see it in the photographs and video. This is an original vintage item that fully matches the description.
• Return Conditions: In the event that a return is opened under the terms of the platform, the item must be returned exclusively in its original condition. The instrument will be inspected in detail by staff at the post office upon receipt. If any third-party intervention, traces of disassembly, repair, replacement of original parts, or mechanical damage are detected, this will be considered a material breach of the return conditions. In such a case, the case will be subject to immediate closure in favor of the seller.
• Customs Duties: Before purchasing, we strongly recommend that you independently check with the customs authorities of your country regarding the availability and amount of import taxes and customs duties. All additional costs for customs clearance rest exclusively with the buyer.

This instrument will either become a rare piece in a collection of Soviet musical instruments, or a unique, soulful first guitar for your little one, which carries its own living history.

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