Thanks RL. Unfortunately even though I live in a metro area of 250,000 people (7 music stores), each MAY have one mandolin. I have a choice of a mid-m which has a round soundhole. I didn't like the sound. Gibson, out of my price range. Fender FM52-E and Epiphone a/e (laminates). No one has used. Country music is big here, but not bluegrass.
I don't think any of the brands you suggested have f-holes, they all have round sound holes. I want the f-hole sound.
My friend who is our local legend luthier said to get solid wood and a truss rod. If Kentucky really is, that would seem my best bet price wise. If your friend has a good suggestion, please pass it on.
JW - I will assume your local guy is over $500 for his mandolins?
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