HELP: Larrivee A-33 versus Weber Absaroka

[timacn]

Help:  I have a line on a Larrivee A-33 and a Weber Absaroka for just about the same price.  I think the Larrivee looks nicer, but I have played neither mandolin.
(none around here to play)

I was wondering if any of you nice people have done a comparison of the two mandolins.

Any other information on the A-33 or comparisons with other mandolins (Breedloves, Rigels, Collings) that you could provide to me would be most appreciated.

Thanks for your help.

[JOYCEfromNS]

I am not much help for you friend as never had the opportunity to compare nor do I have one BUT I am yet to hear one comment on the A-33 that wasn't over-the-moon. Certainly trac one down before you opt for another. Like their guitars they are seemingly not on the Radar yet for the mainstream due to marketing IMHO.

Oh and  to an awesome Forum I am sure a few A33 owners will be weighing in.

[Johnny M]

Here's a recent 4 page thread on the A-33's.  http://www.larriveeforum.com/smf/index.php?topic=28861.0

My son has a Breedlove and it's talked about in that thread.  If you have any questions, shoot me a PM or e-mail and I'll try and help you out.  They are awesome mandolins.  period!

John