Knoll Brazilwood Dodd Model Violin Bow 3/4

The Knoll workshop where this bow was crafted, was established in 1932 with Alfred Knoll (1909-1980). Alfred’s son Harmut was born in 1937 and he successfully completed his master’s craftsman exam in 1965. In 1968 Harmut had a son Gerald & in 1977 Harmut took over the Knoll workshop. Gerald took his master’s craftsman exam in 1998 & in 2003 he took over the workshop. The Knoll workshop produce a large range of bows from an advanced student standard to that of a professional soloist. 

This violin bow is stamped ‘KNOLL’ & weighs 54.45 grams. The stick has been rounded & is made from good quality brazilwood. It measures 670mm in length & has silver lapping. This bow is nickel-silver mounted & has an ebony frog. It has a silver ferrule & silver button. This bow is based on a ‘Dodd’ model. 

This violin bow has a strong stick, is well-balanced & has a good level of control. It produces a beautiful sound & has a fast response time. This bow would be suitable for an intermediate player or the serious amateur. 

Please contact us if you would like to book an appointment to try this beautiful bow.