Alder

Alder - Utah

Details:

Most economical tie, light weight, only 3 oz.

1/4" thick except at the knot where it is 3/4" thick

Carver: Matthew Despain

If this is too long then one of the rungs can be taken out

which makes the tie 17.6" long.

$136.95

Alnus Rubra

Alder is a light, relatively soft and medium tough wood among the wood species. It’s relatively form stable during moisture variations. The Alders color and structure of the wood, softness and reluctance to shrinkage and swelling makes it suitable for building guitars.

http://www.edromanguitars.com/wood/alder.htm

Purchase this tie in quantities of 100 for $45 each