Materials Used
The Wood
The maple and spruce used by Guy Harrison is hand selected in Europe
from specialist wood dealers. The best materials are chosen for their
appearance and acoustic potential. At times, the wood is chosen to
match a particular old instrument being copied.
The Varnish
The varnish
is made through a cooking process of natural oils and various tree resins in small batches. This gives control over the flexibility, hardness, colour and intensity of the varnish. The process of making the varnishes is traditional and is the result of years of practical and academic research.
The Fittings
The pegs, tailpiece, endpin and chinrest are made by the best English
fitting makers from high quality English boxwood, rosewood or ebony.
Designs for pegs include an English heart model or a classic French
model and can be fitted with 9ct. gold mounts. Chinrest are fitted
with sterling silver clamps.