Who made this dulcimer?
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Thanks Ken for the quick response. That's good news. I will be filing tonight.
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Who made this dulcimer?
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Well I wound up passing on the Doty Dulcimer, but I think for good reason. I will let you guys decide. I was able to get my hands on a Robert Mize 1988 solid cherry Dulcimer. It is mint. It came with the case, some books and the original card that had the specs of the dulcimer as well as the number. I have attached some pics, please let me know your thoughts. Also it has the 4 equidistance string setup and the nut and saddle do not have the slots to change that configuration. Would it devalue it to have those slots cut into them? Thanks
Who made this dulcimer?
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Thank you for the information. I agree, I thought it was odd she stated she watched it being made, that being said we have only communicated via email and I have not seen it in person yet. I did have another pic that I didn't post, but now that you mentioned Dan and Ethel Doty it makes sense, because strings that come with it has Dan's name on them. See Pic. Dulcimer, case, 2 how to books and strings asking $175. Does the price seem in the ballpark?
Who made this dulcimer?
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Could someone help me identify a Dulcimer I am looking at. The lady said it was made in Dollywood and she watched it being made. Does anyone know who may have made them or the value?
Dulcimer info, made in Gatlinburg, TN
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Thanks Dan & John for the responses. I did get a little more info, you guys are correct it was made by Bill Davis, the person that has it is the original owner and it came with a "Fun With The Dulcimer" Book, and a pamphlet "Davis Dulcimers" That has his picture on the front. I am going to look at it tomorrow. Would you guys have any idea of its value?
Dulcimer info, made in Gatlinburg, TN
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Would anyone be familiar or possibly have any info on a maker in Gatlinburg that has since passed, with this dulcimer? File attached. Thanks
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Thank You Ken. The links are very much appreciated.
Introduce Yourself!
General mountain dulcimer or music discussions
Hello everyone. I'm John from Lawrenceburg, KY. I had a dulcimer back in the 80s. Not sure who it was made by, but learned how to play with a noter a little. I don't think at the time I really understood or appreciated the instrument so I traded it off, and my interests turned towards the guitar. About 3 years ago I purchased a Psaltery at the Gatlinburg craftsman fair and have enjoyed learning it. Just recently I came across a John Kinniard Dulcimer (pics attached). I sent John an email and did get a response. He was very surprised that I found one of his, but as I understand it he only makes very high end guitars now. I have a renewed interest in the Dulcimer now, and basically lost my mind over them. Purchased a McSpadden off ebay and anxiously waiting it's arrival. BTW if anyone has any info or experience with the John Kinniard Dulcimer please share.
