Assuming it *is* the original lads, the extensive US & UK tours cited by berk
http://www.wolfetonesofficialsite.com/tours.htm
suggest they may be open to decommissioning in principle, but haven't yet agreed to let General deChastellain verify that the mandolins are placed permanently beyond use. :) The listed gigs go from 2/20 Kansas City, AOH Peace Award ;] (today! quick! A plane! Naah never make it, the security delays. At the venue) to 5/20, London. Up the boys of the old brigade! Great official website btw.
--Broad Black Brimmer