Lot #15: Winston Teardrop A-Style 8-String Mandolin

Vintage Winston A-Style Teardrop Mandolin, a classic 8-string acoustic instrument made in Japan during the 1960s/1970s import era. This right-handed mandolin features a natural-finish teardrop body, a central oval soundhole with a decorative multi-ring rosette, an original black pickguard, and an intact interior "Winston" brand label. Equipped with traditional open-gear tuners and a metal tailpiece, the instrument shows minor cosmetic wear, light surface scratches, and ageing consistent with its vintage history. Almost a full set of Martin strings included. Plays well and stays in tune. - Item type: Mandolin - Body shape: Teardrop / A-style (oval) - Number of strings: 8 strings (4 pairs) - Brand / Maker: Winston - Condition: Used - fair (visible wear, scratches, scuffs) - Hardware / Tuners: Open-gear tuners (vintage style) - Included accessories: Replacement mandolin string set (new, unopened) Pickup category timeslot {A}