1980s Sobell and 2017 Forster octave mandolins played back to back

I meant to say this in the video but I forgot, they're both a bit buzzy. Both instruments came from much more humid places so despite being humidified in their cases for their entire lives here in Colorado, they still dry out pretty good and are in need of a setup pretty bad. And the Sobell REALLY needs a refret, some of these frets are so worn down that I'm really amazed that it still plays so easily. So hopefully it's not too bad despite the buzzing, and maybe you can get a bit of a feel for each of these instruments still, although I would say that neither of these are very indicative of the typical instruments these builders make. In my experience these are both quite unique.
I just wanted to play just a few tunes and a partial song to compare the two before they go off to their new homes soon. Beautiful little instruments, both of them.
1980s big bodied cedar top 23-in scale octave mandolin made by Stefan Sobell
2017 big bodied spruce top 23-in scale octave mandolin made by Nigel Forster

[@Tomlin242]

What an excellent comparison video. Thank you! And, your skill level is above the average demo given that I have seen, so much appreciated! I think you've helped me determine that the OM is a much better choice than the bouzouki.

[@fransgreg]

Ah! Roger Tallroth's Josefins Dopvals, such a beautiful tune! Thanks for this double take of it! The Sobell has more warmth for it IMHO

[@talex7473]

Excellent playing Marty! Thanks for sending this over today :-)

[@generalstoaschicken]

You're welcome! Thank you as well!

[@Srtw163]

I love mediavel traditional instrument but from where do i get this types instruments?

[@generalstoaschicken]

This one was made by Nigel Forster who now lives in Australia. You can check out his website. There are also quite a few other makers out there as well

[@Srtw163]

Thankyou very much