I currently build 4 styles of mandolins and the H-5 Mandola.  The 4-1/2 and the F-5 Three Point are "original" designs.  Original is in quotes since the Three Point only differs cosmetically from the Standard F-5, and although The 4-1/2 is a very different sounding instrument, it is still based on tried and true instrument construction practices, and retains the vintage mandolin form.

F-5

Based on measurements taken from several Loar era mandolins, these are built to produce a classic bluegrass tone with more than enough volume to keep up with the loudest banjos.

The 4-1/2

An original Smith Creek design that combines the best of the F-4 and F-5 to produce a mandolin with a fat, round, oval hole sound on the low-end, and clean, popping f-hole sound on the high-end.

F-5 Three Point

Another Smith Creek original, the F-5 Three point is basically a modified F-5.  The measurements and graduations are the same as the F-5, but the body shape is reminiscent of the original three point mandolins.

A-5

Same measurements and graduations as the F-5, but without the fancy scroll and points.

H-5 Mandola

Specifications taken from a real Loar signed Instrument, not just a blown up f-5.

 

Standard Features On All Models Include:

• Finest Quality Adirondack Red Spruce Top and Curly Maple Back
• Hand-Brushed Oil Varnish Finish
• Grover Tuners
• Price two-Piece Tailpiece
• Triple Bound Top and Back
• Real Pearl Inlay
• Fossil Walrus Ivory Points and Endpin
• Sunburst Stain

To Order

• Please contact me directly to place an order.
• The price is $6,200 for any of the three f-style instruments.
• Placing an order requires a 25% deposit.

                               Steven Haste of Kentucky