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Here are some of the final photos of the newest 5 string fiddle that will be shipped this week.

Outstanding Barry. It looks wonderfully old world (with the exception of the fifth string of course) What does Wade think about it?

John

Another beautiful 5 string. Really nice, Barry.

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Waddy

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Sound Clips of most of my guitars

Wow. That's beautiful.

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Mike

"The Dude abides. I don't know about you but I take comfort in that. It's good knowin' he's out there. The Dude. Takin' 'er easy for all us sinners. Shoosh." The Stranger

Barry, that is one superb violin, you certainly set a standard for us aspiring violin makers to reach for. Your soundpost looks dark is it spruce? Maybe just shadow.

Mine should be finished in a week or two, just bridge and soundpost to fit and it'll be ready for the Boss. Not sure I'm going to post it after looking at yours though!

Colin

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Beautiful Barry,
I love the depth you cut your channels around the purfling and the shape of your F holes. What species of spruce do you use for the top?
Sure wish you'd give a tutorial on finishing a white violin. From the ground you use to the exact recipe of varnish. How about it?

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"After forty-nine years of violin building, I have decided that the search for a varnish is similar to the fox hunt. The fun is in the hunt."
Jack Batts Maker and Repairer of Fine Violins