french bow

  1. Reid Hudson French Bow
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    For sale Reid Hudson French Bow

    Selling a french bow made by Reid Hudson. I purchased this bow ~2004 from Robertson. It has served me well, and I am only selling due to changes in my health. Bow was re-haired and cleaned up by Zach Lane in NYC in 2022 and has seen less than 10hrs playing time since. I have Zach's appraisal if...
    $4,995.00
  2. BenCampbell

    For Sale Reid Hudson French Bow

    Selling a french bow made by Reid Hudson. I purchased this bow ~2004 from Robertson. It has served me well, and I am only selling due to changes in my health. Bow was re-haired and cleaned up by Zach Lane in NYC in 2022 and has seen less than 10hrs playing time since. I have Zach's appraisal if...
  3. French Finale Bass bow
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    For sale French Finale Bass bow

    Selling for a retired player, this is a 10 year old Finale carbon fibre bow in very good used condition. Plenty of salt and pepper hair left. Weight is just under 136 grams, and it balances well. There is 22.25" of hair length and the overall length (tip to tip) is 27.25". Comes with the...
    $265.00
  4. eh_train

    SOLD French Finale Bass bow

    Selling for a retired player, this is a 10 year old Finale carbon fibre bow in very good used condition. Plenty of salt and pepper hair left. Weight is just under 136 grams, and it balances well. There is 22.25" of hair length and the overall length (tip to tip) is 27.25". Comes with the...
  5. Carbow Renaud Garcia Fons French Bow

    For sale Carbow Renaud Garcia Fons French Bow

    Carbow Renaissance Garcia Fons signature model Excellent condition with little play time. Owned for only a couple years. Price in USD. Will ship for free across North America from Ottawa, ON Canada More info/specs: Carbon Fiber French Double Bass bow, Garcia-Fons
    $1,400.00
  6. dedoonbass

    For Sale Carbow Renaud Garcia Fons French Bow

    Carbow Renaissance Garcia Fons signature model Excellent condition with little play time. Owned for only a couple years. Price in USD. Will ship for free across North America from Ottawa, ON Canada More info/specs: Carbon Fiber French Double Bass bow, Garcia-Fons
  7. Lawrence Lamay French Bow

    For sale Lawrence Lamay French Bow

    I’m parting ways with my Lawrence Lamay bow. It is a strong and powerful bow that pulls a broad, dark, and clear tone. Stamped L. LAMAY, 572. Weight is 149g. Stick length is 26.5 inches, hair length is 22.5 inches. Beautifully figured pernambuco. Straight and strong stick with good amount of...
    $3,750.00
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    For Sale Lawrence Lamay French Bow

    I’m parting ways with my Lawrence Lamay bow. It is a strong and powerful bow that pulls a broad, dark, and clear tone. Stamped L. LAMAY, 572. Weight is 149g. Stick length is 26.5 inches, hair length is 22.5 inches. Beautifully figured pernambuco. Straight and strong stick with good amount of...
  9. Conrad Gotz 3 Star *** French Bow

    For sale Conrad Gotz 3 Star *** French Bow

    Hey TB'ers! This fine bow has served me faithfully for years but I've been playing with other bows and it's time to pass it along. Silver mounted. Craftsmanship is excellent. Bow plays great and draws nicely in the hand. Comes with a robust Bobelock fiberglass single bow case. 132 g total...
    $1,250.00
  10. Federighi

    For Sale Conrad Gotz 3 Star *** French Bow

    Hey TB'ers! This fine bow has served me faithfully for years but I've been playing with other bows and it's time to pass it along. Silver mounted. Craftsmanship is excellent. Bow plays great and draws nicely in the hand. Comes with a robust Bobelock fiberglass single bow case. 132 g total...
  11. Bassman415

    Double Bass Sue Lipkins Bow

    Hi TB hivemind, After a decade of being on Sue’s list (since 2013) I have finally reached the top and she will be starting on my bow shortly. Was curious about anyone else’s experience with their commission. Please don’t be shy as I’d like to hear the good and not so good if there is any...
  12. Roger Lotte French Bow
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    For sale Roger Lotte French Bow

    Fantastic well loved vintage French Bow made by Roger Lotte. A lighter bow that grabs the string well and pulls a beautiful refined sound. Makes for an excellent solo bow but also works in the orchestra. Ivory tip has been replaced with synthetic/travel safe ivory by Boston bowmaker Eric...
    $3,000.00
  13. CPC23DB

    SOLD Roger Lotte French Bow

    Fantastic well loved vintage French Bow made by Roger Lotte. A lighter bow that grabs the string well and pulls a beautiful refined sound. Makes for an excellent solo bow but also works in the orchestra. Ivory tip has been replaced with synthetic/travel safe ivory by Boston bowmaker Eric...
  14. David Herman Baroque Double bass bow

    For sale David Herman Baroque Double bass bow

    David Herman baroque style double bass bow (French). I had this bow made for me 2018; it has a pernambuco stick, katalox frog, and a imitation ivory button. It’s a great playing bow but I simply don’t play it enough to warrant keeping it around. Asking for $900 obo. Shipping is not included...
    $900.00
  15. Broner McCoy

    For Sale David Herman Baroque Double bass bow

    David Herman baroque style double bass bow (French). I had this bow made for me 2018; it has a pernambuco stick, katalox frog, and a imitation ivory button. It’s a great playing bow but I simply don’t play it enough to warrant keeping it around. Asking for $900 obo. Shipping is not included...
  16. 3 Bows (2 German, 1 French)
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    For sale 3 Bows (2 German, 1 French)

    Three bows—good for messing around/students/backup for your backup, lol. German with white hair is missing the imitation ivory on the tip. Other German has salt and pepper hair and is a bit heavier. French, labeled P&H London (lightweight fiberglass) is missing a bit of the mother of Pearl atop...
    $100.00
  17. TheDellow

    SOLD 3 Bows (2 German, 1 French)

    Three bows—good for messing around/students/backup for your backup, lol. German with white hair is missing the imitation ivory on the tip. Other German has salt and pepper hair and is a bit heavier. French, labeled P&H London (lightweight fiberglass) is missing a bit of the mother of Pearl atop...
  18. Siegfried Finkel French bow - gold mounted - just looking to sell asap so make an offer!
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    For sale Siegfried Finkel French bow - gold mounted - just looking to sell asap so make an offer!

    Have not owned this bow too terribly long, so if you saw listed it a year or two ago that was indeed this bow! According to Lisa Gass this bow weighs 146 or so but is very well balanced and easy on the hand. Frog is large and bow is mounted in gold. Beautiful bow that draws a complex sound with...
    $4,250.00
  19. slappahdabass

    SOLD Siegfried Finkel French bow - gold mounted - just looking to sell asap so make an offer!

    Have not owned this bow too terribly long, so if you saw listed it a year or two ago that was indeed this bow! According to Lisa Gass this bow weighs 146 or so but is very well balanced and easy on the hand. Frog is large and bow is mounted in gold. Beautiful bow that draws a complex sound with...
  20. Jean Grunberger Gold Medal Bow maker French Bow
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    For sale Jean Grunberger Gold Medal Bow maker French Bow

    Gold Medal VSA and 1st Prize Paris-World Famous Bow Maker and preferred maker from Francois. I have owned this bow for 30 years. It plays flawlessly. Amazing balance. Used in orchestra and solo playing. Has some cosmetic flaws in the frog screw but not functional flaws. Does everything. Price...
    $7,000.00
  21. Barry Green

    SOLD Jean Grunberger Gold Medal Bow maker French Bow

    Gold Medal VSA and 1st Prize Paris-World Famous Bow Maker and preferred maker from Francois. I have owned this bow for 30 years. It plays flawlessly. Amazing balance. Used in orchestra and solo playing. Has some cosmetic flaws in the frog screw but not functional flaws. Does everything. Price...
  22. Bernard Walke French Bow
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    For sale Bernard Walke French Bow

    I'm selling my incredible Bernard Walke French Bow that I purchased from David Gage in 2017. This is an incredibly agile and loud stick that can handle both orchestral and solo playing with ease. The sound is neutral-bright and really soars in the upper registers while being articulate and clear...
    $4,000.00
  23. Gbro

    SOLD Bernard Walke French Bow

    I'm selling my incredible Bernard Walke French Bow that I purchased from David Gage in 2017. This is an incredibly agile and loud stick that can handle both orchestral and solo playing with ease. The sound is neutral-bright and really soars in the upper registers while being articulate and clear...
  24. michaelrais

    Double Bass Selecting a bow: down to 4 bows

    Hello everyone, I am really bummed that my Pernambuco bow was stolen with my double case some time ago. However, I have a really nice Brazilwood bow that I like, but looking for another bow to include in my bow arsenal. I am looking between these bows listed below. I don't have it in the budget...
  25. John Norwood Lee French Bow

    For sale John Norwood Lee French Bow

    PRICE DROP $3,600 - MESSAGE ME FOR INQUIRIES. Since purchasing in 2016, I have been a finalist for the Detroit Symphony, Houston Symphony, and won a position with the Atlanta Symphony using this bow. It is a lovely bow that pulls a deep, dark, and luscious tone and compliments the double bass'...
    $4,000.00
  26. Saibrahim501

    For Sale John Norwood Lee French Bow

    PRICE DROP $3,600 - MESSAGE ME FOR INQUIRIES. Since purchasing in 2016, I have been a finalist for the Detroit Symphony, Houston Symphony, and won a position with the Atlanta Symphony using this bow. It is a lovely bow that pulls a deep, dark, and luscious tone and compliments the double bass'...
  27. Jeremy Appleton

    Double Bass One French, One German. One case?

    I have a French bow and a German bow. I am looking for a double case that can accommodate both. So far, all the double cases I have seen are for either one style or the other. I realize I could fit a French bow into a larger German size slot, but I am wondering if anyone has come across a true...
  28. Paul Bisch French bass bow
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    For sale Paul Bisch French bass bow

    Beautiful stick probably from the Morizot workshop. I believe it weighs in at 135g but I can triple check if need be. Good camber and the bow is straight. Some ebony fill in the frog that is aging but it is in decent shape for a well-played 100 year old bow. Bow has won positions and been in...
    $3,800.00
  29. slappahdabass

    SOLD Paul Bisch French bass bow

    Beautiful stick probably from the Morizot workshop. I believe it weighs in at 135g but I can triple check if need be. Good camber and the bow is straight. Some ebony fill in the frog that is aging but it is in decent shape for a well-played 100 year old bow. Bow has won positions and been in...
  30. tb-player

    Double Bass French or German? I could use some knowledgeable advice.

    In my most recent foray into DB, I have been focusing more on Arco. I’ve played both French and German bows in the past, but this time around, the French bow is giving me some fatigue in my hand. The German bow feels better, but seems harder to maneuver around the strings. With the French bow...
  31. Bernard Walke Hybrid Bow (Price Drop: $3,000!)
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    For sale Bernard Walke Hybrid Bow (Price Drop: $3,000!)

    This is a hybrid double bass bow (NOT A GERMAN BOW, TalkBass just made me pick one or the other) that I commissioned in 2015 from the acclaimed Canadian bow maker Bernard Walke. It is extremely well balanced and weighs in at 137g. I have loved this bow since I received it but find myself...
    $3,000.00
  32. T

    SOLD Bernard Walke Hybrid Bow (Price Drop: $3,000!)

    This is a hybrid double bass bow (NOT A GERMAN BOW, TalkBass just made me pick one or the other) that I commissioned in 2015 from the acclaimed Canadian bow maker Bernard Walke. It is extremely well balanced and weighs in at 137g. I have loved this bow since I received it but find myself...
  33. Marco Raposo French Bow (Price in CAD)
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    For sale Marco Raposo French Bow (Price in CAD)

    Price in Canadian dollars! Made by Marco Raposo, pernambuco stick, weighs in at 136 grams. A great bow for an intermediate or advanced student, or as a backup. It brought me through the end of high school and my auditions into undergrad. It's seen a bit of love, as shown in the photos, so I've...
    $550.00
  34. eb2112

    SOLD Marco Raposo French Bow (Price in CAD)

    Price in Canadian dollars! Made by Marco Raposo, pernambuco stick, weighs in at 136 grams. A great bow for an intermediate or advanced student, or as a backup. It brought me through the end of high school and my auditions into undergrad. It's seen a bit of love, as shown in the photos, so I've...
  35. W. Seifert French Bow
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    For sale W. Seifert French Bow

    Selling my W. Seifert French Double Bass bow. Round, Pernambuco stick, ebony frog, abalone frog inlays, and chestnut horse hair. I used this bow in college and it is a great Intermediate-Advanced level bow. Recently re-haired at Brianna Goldbergs shop in Pasadena, CA with Chestnut hair. I can...
    $800.00
  36. Tim Jensen

    SOLD W. Seifert French Bow

    Selling my W. Seifert French Double Bass bow. Round, Pernambuco stick, ebony frog, abalone frog inlays, and chestnut horse hair. I used this bow in college and it is a great Intermediate-Advanced level bow. Recently re-haired at Brianna Goldbergs shop in Pasadena, CA with Chestnut hair. I can...
  37. Presto French Double Bass Bow
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    For sale Presto French Double Bass Bow

    Selling my carbon fiber Presto double bass bow. In mint condition and recently re-haired with black stallion horse hair at Brianna Goldberg's shop in Pasadena, CA.
    $120.00
  38. Tim Jensen

    SOLD Presto French Double Bass Bow

    Selling my carbon fiber Presto double bass bow. In mint condition and recently re-haired with black stallion horse hair at Brianna Goldberg's shop in Pasadena, CA.
  39. BarfanyShart

    Double Bass 9-year-old switched to German Bow

    My 9-year-old just started bass in school orchestra, and I am giving him lessons to supplement his lessons at school. I always did French bow and never really even held a German bow, but I found with him he had a lot of trouble with keeping a good hand position, and that he had a tendency to...
  40. French style bow double bass “G. Werner” - $250
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    For sale French style bow double bass “G. Werner” - $250

    I got this bow about 1990 with a 5-string upright for orchestra use. It is stamped “G. Werner.” It appears to be Pernambuco; I see no signs of an applied stain. It has an ebony frog, most likely a nickel-silver mount and screw (is a bit shiny), mother of pearl button and at the heel, leather...
    $250.00