Classic 23 Specifications

The Classic 23 is based on the mandolins of the 1920’s.  The top and back plates are carved from the most select choices of spruce and maple.  The plates are hand graduated and the parallel bracing is tap tuned.

The Classic 23V has the same appointments as the Classic 23. However, Waverly tuners are also added and the finish is French polish over varnish.

SpecificationsClassic 23Classic 23V
StyleA or FA or F
TopHand carved and tap tuned Choice of Engelman, Sitka or red spruceHand carved and tap tuned Choice of Engelman, Sitka or red spruce
BackSolid hand carved curly mapleSolid hand carved curly maple
SidesMaple matching backMaple matching back
NeckOne-piece mapleOne-piece maple
BracingParallelParallel
Sound HolesTraditional F holesTraditional F holes
Scale13 7/813 7/8
FingerboardEbony with pearl dot inlay; boundEbony with pearl dot inlay; bound
HeadstockEbony with traditional fern inlay or Sohn flowerpot; boundEbony with traditional fern inlay or Sohn flowerpot; bound
HardwareSilver plated James tailpiece; nickel plated Golden Era tuners; adjustable ebony bridge with nickel thumbwheelsSilver plated James tailpiece; nickel plated Waverly tuners; adjustable ebony bridge with nickel thumbwheels
BindingFully bound; layered vintage ivroidFully bound; layered vintage ivroid
FinishCremona sunburst; lacquerCremona sunburst; Varnish (2-part oil/french polish)
CaseHard shellHard shell