The varnish Eastman uses on the model 405 instruments emulates the exceptional varnishes from a century ago where a small number of master workshops in Markneukirchen, Germany distinguished themselves by developing some of the best varnishes of the modern era.
Setup not included.
Top | European or Chinese Spruce |
Back/Ribs | European or Chinese Maple |
Purfling | Genuine Hand-inlaid |
Fingerboard | Ebony |
Fittings | Ebony |
Finish | Antiqued Spirit Varnish |
Available Sizes | 4/4-7/8 |
Available Patterns | Stradivari, Montagnana |
Tailpiece | Wittner |
Bridge | Korolia “B” (or similar) |
Recommended strings | Larsen/Larsen Aurora |
Upper Bout | Lower Bout | Length | Total (no endpin) |
13-7/8” | 17-1/2” | 29-3/4” | 48-1/2” |