Question 1

How does this fit on the mandolin?  I have tried every way I could think of but it won't work.  I have a Gibson A4.

Accepted Answer

The string provided in the single-holed side of the leather strap ties around the neck, on the "tuning peg side" of the nut. The leather strip has multiple holes cut for adjustment on the opposite end. Choose the hole closest to the end of the strap and push it on to the strap peg that's down by your tailpeice (which the A4 should have). There you go, change holes or adjust your string to line the mando wherever you find most comfortable.

Question 2

Will this fit a F Style?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's made for an F style mandolin. You just wrap the lace around the scroll near the neck and put the other end around the peg behind the bridge.

Question 3

How wide is it?  How long?

Accepted Answer

.75"  wide, 48" long.  If you use the loop end to wrap around the mandolin neck you will use 4" of the length. Holes for the end peg are at 1", 4" 7" and 10".There is no pad on this strap and I used a tape measure for the measurements so they are exact.  The strap is comfortable and made out of a nice leather.  No pleather, no plastic backing over a thin leather laminate.

Question 4

Looking for a seagull merlin strap that is a little better quality.  it seems like this would work fine.  will it?

Accepted Answer

This strap has worked perfectly for my Seagull mandolin. Good quality leather and fully adjustable. I've adjusted the strap at the shortest precut hole, preferring to keep my mandolin up high, just my personal choice. I'm pleased with this strap, I believe it should work well on your Merlin.

ASIN	B0002GZBNS
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#2,352 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #52 in Guitar Straps
Brand Name	D'Addario
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Mandolin
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,077)
Fastener Type	Swivel Hook
Garment Size Country	United States
Global Trade Identification Number	00019954927530
Import Designation	Imported
Item Dimensions	2.2 x 8.3 x 1.1 inches
Item Type Name	Guitar Straps
Item Weight	18.14 g
Manufacturer	D'Addario &Co. Inc
Manufacturer Part Number	75M00
Material Type	Leather
Number of Items	1
Pattern	Solid
Size	3/4"
Style Name	Leather
Style Number	75M00
UPC	019954927530 074994225961
Unit Count	1 Count

Mandolin Strap, Black

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