I've played a 1950 for over two years, and it's never let me down. Nice sound from the solid top with that mwah that Hugh talks about in his video, and great for tight gigs where you don't mind the ply back and sides talking an occasional knock. I use Pirastro Obligatos for pizzicato, and they've been on over two years and still going.
Best of luck getting it fixed up and playing.
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G Orchestra Synthetic/Chrome Steel Mittel 3/4 441120
D Orchestra Synthetic/Chrome Steel Mittel 3/4 441220
A Orchestra Synthetic/Chrome Steel Mittel 3/4 441320
E Orchestra Synthetic/Chrome Steel Mittel 3/4 441420
SET is 441020.