Who should I talk to?

many thanks.
Matt

Larry at Gallery Hardwoods will sort you out.
Alan

5A in reference to what? there is no industry standard for the 'A' factor. what one builder calls 3A, another calls 5A, and another calls the same figuring 7A.

as reference, the birdseye fretboards I use are considered 'standard birdseye' by me. I no longer buy into the multi-A marketing hype that is prevelant in the industry today

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b253/Rodent65/Basses/VRBstyleModels/VRB07401DS/VRB07401DS_Completed.jpg

if someone was to insist on a "5A" birdseye fretboard I could always install one for an added cost, but you'd be getting the same highly figured fretboard as is my standard ... the added cost would be imposed by having the fretboard blank graded prior to use. a total waste of $$$ IMO


when you talk with Larry, be sure to describe the coloring, birdseye size, and figuring pattern you're looking for. with this info he can get you a killer board that will be perfect for your project

all the best,

R

Larry at Gallery Hardwoods will sort you out.
Alan

Yup yup. -Luke

if im not mistaken, the only way to get the birdseye figure is by using flatsawn wood. and you probably want to stay away from flatsawn wood for a fingerboard. It looks cool but refretting it will be a nightmare.

Hey Matt, got the phone message. Please email with your request (not PM) and we can get something going for your birdseye board...cheers...Larry