This is a custom-made mandolin from the long-established Watanabe Mandolin workshop in Higashi-Kojiya, Kanto. "Tok 300" indicates a custom order based on the model 300, which was priced at 400,000 yen (excluding tax) at the time. You can tell that high-grade materials were used without reservation and carefully crafted. Due to the color transfer from denim typical of lacquer paint and the slightly high string height, we are offering this item at a bargain price as a repair item. Please check the photos carefully before considering. Regarding the sound: In addition to the clear sound of high-quality maple, this instrument offers a deep and rich overtone, making it suitable for 1st mandolin in an ensemble, but it will also assert its presence without being buried in the lower register. Regarding the condition: There are minor scratches due to aging, and the string height is high, but the tension is relatively loose, and it can be played normally. The bridge position has been moved back to match the octave tuning, but there is a slight pitch deviation when pressing the 7th fret. Please rest assured that there are no neck cracks. The pitch deviation can be fixed with a string height adjustment repair, which is within the range that someone who enjoys woodworking can adjust themselves. Manufacturer: Watanabe / watanabe Top Material: Spruce (Pine) Side & Back Material: Curly Maple Neck Material: Maple Fingerboard Material: Ebony Fret Remaining: Approximately 80% String Height: 1st Fret approx. 1mm, 12th Fret approx. 4mm Finish: Lacquer Accessories: Generic Case #Classic #Round #Mandolin #mandolin #MusicalInstruments #Vintage