Old Wave A Style, Oval Hole 1999

For sale is my 1999 Old Wave oval-hole A-style mandolin, serial #238, handcrafted by the late Bill Bussmann in New Mexico. I've owned the instrument since 2001.

This instrument features a Colorado Engelmann spruce top with maple back and sides and has the warm, open voice that Old Wave oval-hole mandolins are known for. It is a lightly appointed, player-focused instrument built during a highly regarded period of Bill's work.

One interesting piece of provenance: Bill later commented regarding Old Wave #239 (the consecutive instrument and twin to this mandolin) that it contained "the finest violin topwoodwood I ever used,".

Features:

Old Wave A-style oval-hole mandolin
Serial #238
Built November 25, 1999
Colorado Engelmann spruce top
Maple back and sides
Original Old Wave label signed by Bill Bussmann
Warm, responsive oval-hole tone suitable for Celtic, old-time, folk, jazz, and acoustic ensemble playing

Condition:

Good overall condition
Normal cosmetic wear consistent with age
No known structural issues
Plays well and sounds excellent

Additional photos and specific measurements available upon request. Demo can be found using the web link.

Asking: $2,200 OBO

Located in Roanoke, VA.
Shipping available at buyer's expense.