Spartan

  • Indian Rosewood, Wenge or Claro Walnut back and sides

  • French polish on the top only

  • Matte sheen lacquer or oil finish on the back and sides

  • Binding with no purflings on the back and sides

  • Simple line rosette or wood ring

  • Simplified headstock without ornamentation

  • Bone inlay on front and back of tieblock only

  • Standard Case

The Spartan model guitars are intended to be concert instruments with minimal adornment and simplifications in appearance only.  They are like my Standard Concert models with a minimalist aesthetic. Spartan models can be upgraded with the options at prices listed below.