Sure you could! It's only got four strings, and everybody knows that would make it easier than playing a guitar. I've thought about trying an acoustic mando. Since my first instrument was cello, I haven't forgotten tuning in fifths.
I don't know, this dog is getting older and not a big fan of new tricks!!!
ThunderBucker's TeleMando (built from a kit).
not to derail but...always wanted to try fiddle...Dave how long does it take to get a decent sound out of one?
Start at childhood and hope for the best...