Alex Buktenica violin No. 30, Ashland, Oregon 2025 | Metzler Violinswarm, full, nimble About the Instrument This violin has a nimble ease of play with a particularly warm lower register. The varnish is a rich medium brown that brings out the tight flames that fall downward from the center joint on the two piece back. Similar flames run along the ribs, with the neck and scroll less highly flamed. Interior label reads: Alex Buktenica Ashland, Oregon No. 30 Anno 2025 Length: 354 mm Upper Bouts: 160 mm Middle: 110 mm