RW 2019-268
Style 4 Weissenborn Guitar
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Were you interested in having a pickup installed or wanted any tweaks or changes such as left-handed stringing? Contact us right away and we'll see what we can do!Figured Tasmanian Blackwood with ornate Style 4 trim
Beautiful dark brown Tasmanian Blackwood featuring stunning figure throughout.
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"I'm completely blown away by the incredibly clear overtones and the sustain is unlike anything else..."
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Unique Features
Features unique to #2019-268.
| Top/Back/Sides | Highly Figured Tasmanian Blackwood |
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| Tuners | Vintage Waverley Style (Nickel, open back) |
| Fretboard | Tasmanian Blackwood |
| Binding | Rope (top, back, headstock) |
| Bridge | African Ebony |
Standard Specifications
Specifications may differ for aesthetic, tonal or structural reasons.
| Scale Length | 25" (635mm) |
|---|---|
| Body Depth | 3" (76mm) |
| Width (lower bout) | 15" (380mm) |
| Length | 37.5" (952mm) |
| Tonewoods | Solid, Quartersawn, Air Dried |
| Bracing | Sitka Spruce X-Brace |
| Finish | Satin lacquer |
| Case | Hardshell Plywood |
|---|---|
| Strings | 14-56 Phosphor Bronze |
| Bridge Pins | Waverley Ivoroid |
| Tuning Machines | Replica 1920s Waverley Style |
| Inlay | Synthetic mother of pearl, stone |
| String Spacing | 1.6" (40.5mm) Nut 2.5" (63.5mm) Satdle |
| Nut & Saddle | Bone |
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Ordering
Guitars in stock can be ordered directly from our website. Alternatively contact us to place a custom or stocked guitar order. PayPal and all major credit cards are accepted.
Free Shipping
Free shipping anywhere in the world is included with all guitars. Shipping to most destinations takes approximately 2-4 weeks. Express shipping or courier delivery available on request.
Returns & Warranty
All stocked guitars are covered by a no-questions asked 7 day return policy.
Guitars are backed by a full warranty for satisfaction and peace of mind.
Weissenborn Accessories
Hardshell Case
Custom fit case to suit our guitars. Features padded neck support for the Weissenborn's unique hollowneck design.
Flat top design with PVC exterior and plush interior. Vintage brass hardware.
Pickup Installation
We recommend the L.R. Baggs M1 Active. This soundhole mounted humbucker pickup perfectly captures the warmth and richness of Weissenborn guitars.
We also offer the K&K Pure Mini, an award-winning bridge plate transducer.
Other pickups available on request.
Strings, Slides & Capos
Premium strings that can be utilised for a variety of tunings including Open D, E and G.
Slides and tonebars in a variety of styles and weightings.
Charlie's Slide Pro Capo, the finest capo on the market for Weissenborns and other lap steel guitars.
Testimonials
“Just wanted to let you know the guitar arrived and far out, it is absolutely stunning!”
—Ross W., Sydney Australia
“Many thanks for your beautiful workmanship. I really love the sweet sound it gets.”
—Bechir I., Melbourne Australia
“Loving playing the weiss. Can't put it down!”
—Rob C., Brisbane Australia
“Just letting you know I am very happy with the guitar. It is perfect; even a local luthier was impressed with the craftmanship.”
—Mark R., Cowra Australia
“ Sounds wonderful and it is a work of beauty. Thank you thank you so much for such a fine instrument. I am very pleased with the beauty of the guitar itself, the way it plays, and its sound.”
—Jim S., Utah
“I just wanted to say how truly happy I am with my style 1 African Mahogany Weissenborn. I wanted one for years and the one I ordered from Richard is a remarkable instrument. It's the real deal. it produces such a clear and warm tone. People always want to know more about it when they hear me play it. I would 100% recommend ordering a guitar through him.”
—Joey Sparks, Oregon USA
“The style 1 that you made for me is doing well. She is resonating beautifully and I just wanted to say "Thanks", again!”
—Michael F., Scotland
“Now that I’ve had a couple of days with his guitar I have to say it’s the most incredible sounding weissenborn I’ve had a chance to play, and that’s a lot of guitars.”
—Jeff D., Hawaii USA
“Just a reply to let you know your pride and joy made its arrival to the San Francisco Bay Area just fine ! Did an first tune -up yesterday and open- strummed it, sounds very encouraging. I did a little acoustic exam on sound board / tone tapping, has some real great response dynamics!”
—Brian O., San Francisco USA
“I picked up the Guitar today and love it.”
—Ryan S., Thailand
“I have received my new Weissenborn this weekend… It looks and sounds fantastic! The shipping went well and packaging was good. Thank you for this beautiful work of art.”
—Wilson B., Switzerland
“I can't thank you enough man, the job you have done on it is incredible!”
—Jye S., Central Coast Australia
“The guitar arrived today. It's terrific! Thank you very much.”
—Paul M., Sydney Australia
“I just got up from my first session with the new guitar and I love it. I love the tone response across the board - the low register is beautiful. The guitar and case arrived in perfect shape. Thanks for all your consideration and for the beautiful guitar.”
—Mark K., New Mexico USA
“I'm very fond of the guitar, it has beautiful and clear sound that makes it a pleasure to play. Good beautiful craftsmanship and thank you for good service.”
—Per A., Denmark
“Thank you for the most excellent guitar I have ever seen, touch, or played. You are truly World Class Luthier!! This guitar blows away the 3 vintage Weissenborns I played in Los Angeles. In both looks, tone and sustain!”
—Steve W., California USA
“Thanks again for everything, the guitar is superb, better than I had hoped for.”
—Joseph F., United Kingdom
“The instrument is beautiful. Your craftsmanship is everything I had expected - and frankly, hoped it would be. Congratulations on a stunning looking guitar. The oiled Koa is very appealing. ”
—Ron N., New York USA
“I just wanted to let you know how pleased I am with it. The sound is wonderful. I've also been impressed with how sturdy it's built. I'm still working internationally and it goes with me everywhere.”
—Lynn W.
“Guitar arrived today and we are all very excited. It looks and sounds beautiful...well done.”
—Joseph C., Tamworth Australia
“Arrived all safe and sound today. Looking and sounding great.”
—Michael D., Warrnambool Australia
“Just finished a weekend of playing the new weissenborn and it is awesome man! Thanx so much for your handy work I love it!”
—Blake S., Tamworth Australia
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