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Old German Bow
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January 1, 2022 - 12:35 pm
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I have this bow stamFB_IMG_1641049338858.jpgImage EnlargerFB_IMG_1641049346434.jpgImage EnlargerFB_IMG_1641049352311.jpgImage EnlargerFB_IMG_1641049360237.jpgImage Enlargerped G.A. Pfretzchner, Germany.

It has had the tip respliced and you can see what else it needs from the pix.

It has a nice arc and is very straight and solid 

Is it of any worth? Value?

Paul E.

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@Scotchirish -

WELCOME to the forum! 

I'm afraid I'm a practical person, not an antiques dealer - so bow value to me is based strictly on performance, which you can't judge without restoration. 

 

Do you play the violin?

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Best place to post these is Maestronet

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Here are some links for you

https://www.ga.pfretzschner.de/?lang=en

Here is the link to a discussion on Maestronet about this brand. It also contins some links within the discussion:

https://maestronet.com/forum/i.....ry-anyone/

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Thanks all

Paul E.

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@Scotchirish -

Sorry, I should've asked you - are you considering refurbishing this bow? 

It seems it could possibly be a great find! 

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Not sure. Waiting on some expert opinions. I have a very nice J.LaSalle bow that I really like, and a carbon fibre that I didn't want to like😊but do (I am a wood purist I guess).

Paul E.

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Methinks if you are looking at selling bows, an expert opinion can be of help, but if you are planning on picking a bow to play with, YOUR opinion is the most important.

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