Double Bass Help me identify my bow

[PCprincipalbass]

Hello everyone, I would like help identifying and gaining more information about my bow. Because it is the school bow I have no idea any background information. I do not like this bow. It is very heavy and hard to balance and play spicatto with it. The only identity it shows is the name Christopher on the top near the frog. I am wanting to find out the value of this bow. I have tried other bows In the past and they have been well balanced and articulate, unlike this heavy weight bow. I'd also be willing to suggestions on how to play with a more relaxed grip on such a heavy bow. Thanks for the feedback.

Cheers, Landen

 

[Blaine]

Christopher instruments are made in China I believe. I have nothing to offer regarding the value but will offer this regarding the weight. Most of the time when people find a bow heavy it's really the balance point being too far to the tip which gives the perception of being heavy. you might want to check the balance point. loosen the hair so the frog is all the way loose and find the balance point using a pen, or even your finger. then measure that point to where the wood of the bow ends. On a French bow you want the balance to be at 8 inches I believe. If it's more like 9" you can try adding weight to the grip end to shift the balance. I'll tape coins to the frog or screw to find what I like. when you find a good balance point you can replace the coins with lead tape used in balancing golf clubs or tennis rackets.

 

[PCprincipalbass]

Thanks for the advice Blaine