Contrabass Bow *Egidius Dörflar*

I bought this about 30 years ago at Suzuki String Instruments.

It's a German-made German bow. It's an Egideus Dölling with 4 stars. I'm not sure if I'm reading the name correctly.

The varnish has some cloudiness, and there are small scratches all over.

I used it quite a bit for about 10 years, but recently it's been kept in its case. I've been the only owner since it was new.

The hair has worn down quite a bit, so I think it would be good to have it rehaired. At that time, having a repair person readjust it would likely bring out more of its performance. The tension screw is a bit stiff.

It's difficult for me to describe how it feels in words, especially combined with my own skill level (lol), but I have a feeling it allows for soft contact with the strings and subtle expression (lol).

Ah! If only I were more skilled!!

It weighs 134 grams. I believe the wood is Pernambuco. If it's not Pernambuco, I'd actually go complain to Dölling!