This is a 1996 mandolin "M7" made by Tadao Ochiai, a leading mandolin maker in Japan. This mandolin is characteristic of Ochiai mandolins, with a bright, core-filled, and beautiful sound. [Product Details] • Maker: Ochiai Mandolin • Model: M7 • Year of Manufacture: 1996 • Maker: Tadao Ochiai [Condition] • Body: It is in very good condition for its age, as it has been carefully used and stored. There are no noticeable scratches, stains, or cracks in the wood. • Hardware: Some rust is visible on the tuning machine (peg) on the right side when viewed from the front (see photo). There are no problems with the tuning operation. • Case: The attached hard case has a broken handle (loop) on the top due to aging. Please note that it still functions as a protective case. [Recommended Points] This is a 1996 model, and the wood has dried sufficiently, resulting in a good sound. It is ideal for those who are starting to play the mandolin or those looking for a high-quality instrument for practice. [Shipping] It will be shipped via Rakuraku Mercari delivery, carefully packed in a hard case with bubble wrap, etc. *Please purchase only if you understand that this is a used instrument. Mandolin Ochiai Mandolin Tadao Ochiai Musical instrument M7