Suzuki - No. 70 - - Mandolin - Japan

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Description from the seller

Suzuki Violin Co. No.70 Bowl-Back Mandolin with Hard Case

Item Description:
This is a Suzuki No.70 mandolin made by Suzuki Violin Co. in Nagoya, Japan.

It has a classic teardrop-shaped body with a spruce top, decorative rosette and edge inlay, a wooden pickguard, and an ornamental tailpiece cover. The rounded bowl-back is made with narrow ribs, giving the instrument an elegant traditional mandolin profile. The headstock bears the Suzuki logo, and the tuners have cream-colored buttons.

The instrument presents well overall, with attractive wood grain and a polished vintage appearance. There are signs of age and use, including small marks on the bowl back and wear/discoloration on the tuning buttons. A hard case is included. The case shows exterior wear, scratches, aged metal fittings, and a small tear in the outer covering. Please review the photos for the detailed condition.

Company:
Suzuki Violin Co. is a well-known Japanese string instrument maker based in Nagoya. While especially known for violins, the company also produced mandolins and other string instruments, combining practical craftsmanship with traditional Japanese instrument-making quality.

Size & Weight:
Mandolin: 62.5 × 20 × 16 cm
Weight: 721 g
Total weight with case: 3,122 g

Keyword for search:
vintage Japanese instrument / bowl-back / teardrop body / Nagoya maker / string instrument / hard case

Good condition.


NOITICE

The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx, depending on the situation.
It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.

Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.

I appreciate your cooperation.

Seller's Story

[IMPORTANT SHIPPING & CUSTOMS INFORMATION] ◆ COMBINED SHIPPING: Not available. ◆ EU CUSTOMS: The EU low-value duty exemption ended in July 2026. Please expect a €3 duty per product category plus possible customs clearance fees. According to Catawiki, these charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ◆ AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, DENMARK, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, LUXEMBOURG & PORTUGAL: Orders must temporarily be shipped by DHL, resulting in higher shipping rates. This is expected to end in August 2026. ◆ UNITED STATES: Customs duties are included in the shipping fee.

Suzuki Violin Co. No.70 Bowl-Back Mandolin with Hard Case

Item Description:
This is a Suzuki No.70 mandolin made by Suzuki Violin Co. in Nagoya, Japan.

It has a classic teardrop-shaped body with a spruce top, decorative rosette and edge inlay, a wooden pickguard, and an ornamental tailpiece cover. The rounded bowl-back is made with narrow ribs, giving the instrument an elegant traditional mandolin profile. The headstock bears the Suzuki logo, and the tuners have cream-colored buttons.

The instrument presents well overall, with attractive wood grain and a polished vintage appearance. There are signs of age and use, including small marks on the bowl back and wear/discoloration on the tuning buttons. A hard case is included. The case shows exterior wear, scratches, aged metal fittings, and a small tear in the outer covering. Please review the photos for the detailed condition.

Company:
Suzuki Violin Co. is a well-known Japanese string instrument maker based in Nagoya. While especially known for violins, the company also produced mandolins and other string instruments, combining practical craftsmanship with traditional Japanese instrument-making quality.

Size & Weight:
Mandolin: 62.5 × 20 × 16 cm
Weight: 721 g
Total weight with case: 3,122 g

Keyword for search:
vintage Japanese instrument / bowl-back / teardrop body / Nagoya maker / string instrument / hard case

Good condition.


NOITICE

The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx, depending on the situation.
It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally.
Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost.
These charges are the buyer's responsibility.

Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.

I appreciate your cooperation.

Seller's Story

[IMPORTANT SHIPPING & CUSTOMS INFORMATION] ◆ COMBINED SHIPPING: Not available. ◆ EU CUSTOMS: The EU low-value duty exemption ended in July 2026. Please expect a €3 duty per product category plus possible customs clearance fees. According to Catawiki, these charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ◆ AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, DENMARK, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, LUXEMBOURG & PORTUGAL: Orders must temporarily be shipped by DHL, resulting in higher shipping rates. This is expected to end in August 2026. ◆ UNITED STATES: Customs duties are included in the shipping fee.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
Suzuki
Model
No. 70
Country of origin
Japan
Physical condition
Good
Number of objects
1
Includes
Hard case
Weight
721 g
Functional condition
Not tested
JapanVerified
1469
Objects sold
99.34%
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