Luthier Syndrome

I remember when I contracted the
Luthier syndrome.
It was while visiting
my brother-in-law, Keith Gilbertson
in K entucky.
He introduced me to a friend of his …. Bob Fistori.
Bob is a remarkable man.
A mandolin maker and violin repair professional.
I spent a few hours with him and the seed was planted.

When I returned to Minnesota I read several books on mandolin construction and took the plunge.
I bought some materials from a wood working store and was on my way.
I love playing this mandolin. It plays easily and it also takes me back to my first luthier experience.