Gollihur pernambuco bows???

Bass Barrister · #1 08-12-2007, 11:33 PM

I have not looked at Bob G's site for a while and noticed that he now offers a pernambuco bow for about $250 or so.

Has anyone tried one of the German from versions of this bow? I've searched the Bow forum but the Bob G. bow threads don't specify this particular model.

Thanks

TroyK · #2 08-13-2007, 03:52 PM

That seems like an awfully good price for a pernambuco bow. Have you asked Bob about them yet? I certainly trust him to give you a completely honest answer. I'm pretty sure that Bob uses or has used everything he sells.

Of course, if someone owns one, it would be nice to see their account of it too.

MingusAmongUs · #3 08-13-2007, 04:37 PM

Bob G says,

"They are the same nice quality as the Brazilwood bows, with the same ebony detailing. The French bows weigh around 125 grams, with the German/Butler at about 132 grams. I'll be the first to admit that I'm not Joe Arco, but they feel very "lively" and precise, but I'll wisely leave that to those better versed (and practiced) in bowing skills. "

I love that, "while I'm not Joe Arco..."

Marcus Johnson · #4 08-13-2007, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by MingusAmongUs

"while I'm not Joe Arco..."

I hate that when Italian guys shorten their birth names for the sake of show biz.

Bass Barrister · #5 08-13-2007, 07:31 PM

Actually, I've bought a couple of items from Bob and have always been very pleased with his products and service.

I was just wondering what the the experience of others was.

TheSuzie · #6 08-14-2007, 05:28 PM

Just as with any bass or bow from a given maker, they will likely vary greatly from piece to piece.

S

Silversorcerer · #7 08-14-2007, 08:31 PM

My current favorite bow is a brazilwood bow from Bob. I've abused that bow terribly. It's on it's second frog (I dropped it on a tile floor and the rails split) Stupid Me! I liked the stick enough to have it repaired and re-haired during which time I picked up a second one so I would have a spare. Although the size is the same the stiffness and weight is variable as is the way they play but neither one is bad. I have looked at a whole bunch of bows up to about $600 and can't really say any of those were much better and some were worse. For the price, they are probably pretty good and I'm sure these will vary a good bit also. It seems bows are highly variable at just about any price point.

My thoughts is that the pernambuco at that price is probably similar in workmanship and a slightly nicer wood. It's probably worth a shot.

jfv · #8 08-16-2007, 01:57 PM

Wouldn't surprise me if these things are coming from
the same pool that Ken Smith draws from, they are
about the same price.

Someone with money to burn should get one from
each and compare, I would sure be interested in
that review.

Cheers,

Marcus Johnson · #9 10-11-2007, 03:32 PM

I just played the German one. Very nice indeed at the price. It had been rehaired with black hair, so I can't evaluate that aspect of the original. Great bow for the bucks, IMHO.

looneybird · #10 07-24-2009, 11:37 AM

After hearing the rave reviews of the Brazilwood bows, I just ordered a pernambuco. French style. Was going to go carbon but just couldn't sell myself and I didn't want to get another Brazilwood.

Keeping my hopes up that I made a good choice!

FSSimon · #11 09-25-2010, 12:43 PM

I just bought the 246$ french pernambuco bow from Bob (all hail) Gollihur. I think it's great. I have not tried to 148$ brazilwood bow, so I cannot comment on that one. Also got the bow case. I was offered a discount on the double case because the single bow case was out of stock. Nice!
I had started learning arco with a cheap bow of unknown origin. My back and right shoulder would sometimes hurt after practise. With the new bow I now realize what I have been missing all along. I have made considerable progress in a just a few days. Just letting the gravity and the rosin on the hair pull the sound without effort.
I use pop's and sometimes carlsson. I live in a cold and dry climate and all the other rosins just don't rub onto my bow...

I'm starting to feel that arco playing is a bit like a golf swing. Steep learning curve at first, then constant progress. Lessons and descent equipement reduce frustration and aleviate discomfort and injuries. And it's something you spend a life time perfecting.

fryBASS · #12 09-30-2010, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by FSSimon

I'm starting to feel that arco playing is a bit like a golf swing. Steep learning curve at first, then constant progress. Lessons and descent equipement reduce frustration and aleviate discomfort and injuries. And it's something you spend a life time perfecting.

SO true.
Oh yeah... I gotta have my POPS

Dr. Jake · #13 10-02-2010, 07:19 PM

Has anyone had the chance to compare a Gollihur pernambuco bow to a Finale?