An absolutely stunning guitar hand-made by one of the world's most respected luthiers, Ren Ferguson, in the mountains of Belgrade, Montana. In his retirement from a long career with industry giants such as Gibson and Fender, Ren and his family have been producing some extremely finely appointed instruments in small numbers, and we were so excited to get this example in the shop! This early slope shoulder style guitar is designed with some of the finest specs available and the true collector in mind. Crafted with Mastergrade Birdseye Maple back and sides, a solid Adirondack spruce top, and eye-catching binding and inlays, this guitar is exceptional. Serial number O823135 comes with both a certificate of authenticity and a custom Cedar Creek hardshell case.
SPECS
Top: Adirondack spruce
Back & sides: Mastergrade Birdseye Maple
Fingerboard & Inlays: Gaboon Ebony with Pierced Indian Blanket Mother of Pearl and Abalone inlay
Bridge: Gaboon Ebony
Tuners: Nickel Waverly Tuners with Snakewood Buttons
Peghead: Standard Peghead with Pierced Birdseye Maple and Snakewood Veneer
Scale Length: 24.75"
Finish: Light Toner Antiquing in Nitrocellulose Lacquer
ABOUT THE BUILDER
In Ren’s Words:
“At Ren Ferguson Co., we create heirloom-quality functional art in the form of stringed musical instruments utilizing the recipes that Ren developed over his lifetime, becoming a Master Luthier. The combination of the best tonewoods available and the finest materials enable us to create instruments characterized by exceptional sound, beauty, and quality.
The shop is located in the heart of the Gallatin Valley in Belgrade, Montana. Ren Ferguson, along with his son Timothy and daughter Virginia, are working together to continue the legacy that Ren has contributed to the stringed instrument industry.
Ren's passion and creativity have culminated in this rare opportunity to share his legacy and ‘recipes’ with the world, and that is exactly what we are doing and what we intend to continue to do. ”
