FS 50's Maccaferri Islander Deluxe

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• Dec 8, 2016

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What can I say...had to have one and I love it. It is in good condition for its age, has a new set of Martin M600 strings and plays great. No cracks in the body, fretboard, headstock etc. Just some light surface scratches as can be expected for something 60+ years old and some wear on the tuners but they hold just fine. I dont need 6 ukes and figure I can get another down the road if I really miss it...Christmas shopping for my kids is more important. $75 (includes shipping in the US).

 

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• Dec 11, 2016

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Giving this a bump - I have one of these, and they are well worth the price being asked here. Go for it!

 

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• Dec 11, 2016

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I did and am excited - thanks for the encouragement.

YorkSteve said:

Giving this a bump - I have one of these, and they are well worth the price being asked here. Go for it!

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• Dec 15, 2016

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Am I correct in assuming this is sold? Thanks!

 

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• Dec 20, 2016

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YES - I bought it

I love it - arrived Friday and I came home to enjoy it Monday.

JeLeh said:

Am I correct in assuming this is sold? Thanks!

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• Dec 20, 2016

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Cool, good for you! Congratulations on your new uke!

 

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• Dec 20, 2016

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Don't you mean: "Congratulations on your new old uke!"

 

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• Dec 20, 2016

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Thanks - I love it and it is a great partner for my 1930s Martin that I hate to take out of the house much.

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Cool, good for you! Congratulations on your new uke!

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• Dec 23, 2016

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Choirguy said:

Don't you mean: "Congratulations on your new old uke!"

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Haha! Yes, that's true

 

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Hi, Weeshan,
Congrats on your purchase!
I believe you have the Semi-Deluxe model, based on the shape of the bridge. (I recently bought one myself). The fretboard on the Deluxe has a scalloped slanted bottom.
Best and keep on strumming!

 

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Caliukegal is right. That’s the semi-deluxe. It’s also the coolest design of the Maccaferris, in my opinion. Great purchase!
Ernie (a Caliukeguy)

 

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• Sep 28, 2020

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I have the same one! I need to change out the strings. I put some Nylgut on it and I think it would benefit from some fluorocarbons too!