
The Honolulu-Star Bulleten has a short article about Kamaka ukuleles, the oldest surviving uke-factory in the world. They've been in business since 1916.
Made of resonant curly koa and crafted mostly by hearing-impaired employees whose sense of touch is attuned to the natural vibrations of the expensive wood, Kamaka ukuleles are not cheap and there's a long waiting list to buy one. With proper care, they last forever.Link
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