Thid lamination continues under the fingerboard, peghead and heel cap.
The heel is carved in a classical Fairbanks style and the peghead and fingerboard are bound with grained ivoroid binding. The fingerboard, peghead, backstrap and heel cap are all inlaid and intricately engraved with a classic pattern of the 1890's. The Kershner tailpiece, tension hoop, as well as the inside shoe bolt cover band are profusely engraved and nickel plated. Gold plating is available For an additional cost. The fingerboard, peghead, backstrap and heel cap are all inlaid and intricately engraved with a classic pattern of the 1890's.