I don't know what your budget is like for the mandolin, but even if you can't afford one, check out any Collings mandos they may have. They're just nice to hold onto and play. And if they have any vintage Gibsons, well- I am extremely biased in favor of vintage Gibsons. And then - if you can find something at a lower price that comes close to the sound of one of those, pounce on it.