F-5 style mandolin trimmed in snakewood.

My F model's dimensions, arching's,

bracing and thickness calibrations are derived from

a Lloyd Loar signed instrument and are true to what I

believe to be his acoustical concepts.

I prefer a simplicity of decoration and to use and

accentuate the natural beauty of different woods.

This particular instrument is made with a 25

year old engleman spruce top, european maple

back and sides, trimmed with snakewood

and ebony.

The finish is an oil varnish, french

polished for the final coats.