Author Archives: Chris Oliver

One More Obstacle

Well, at least one more obstacle just to get permission. I have been making an attempt to get the new store bought and constructed since March 2010. It is now November 2010 and I am finally going to get word … Continue reading

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1949 Martin D-28 Complete

Wow… it has been a long time now, but the D-28 is complete. It will be at the Greater Downstate Indoor Bluegrass festival in Springfield, Illinois Friday – Sunday. The festival is held at the Crowne Plaza on the East … Continue reading

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1949 Martin D-28 Restoration

The Martin is coming along. A new fretboard is fabricated and installed.

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1923 Gibson F-5 Lloyd Loar #73984 – Installment #1

Installment #1 of my time and insights with a Lloyd Loar signed July 9, 1923 Gibson F5 mandolin. Continue reading

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1949 Martin D-28 Finishing

The 1949 Martin D-28 gets its finish. Continue reading

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