Klaus Heffler Formerly a varnish painter in Volkheim, he also excelled in violin making, eventually handling all processes himself and crafting all his violins by hand. His skill has been recognized and highly praised. Currently, he works in a workshop primarily with his father and son. The violins are made with a solid, meticulous German craftsmanship and a well-balanced sound. They are ideal entry-level models for European-made instruments. Each violin has a beautiful finish and excellent quality and sound. This violin is a rare No. 400, 1/4 size for children. This size is not often available in this class. It is a violin in the 150,000 to 200,000 yen range. He is a very popular violin maker. This is a very easy-to-handle violin. It was made in 2009, so it's relatively new. If you are looking for something a step up from Suzuki, this violin is recommended. The strings are Dominant, the shoulder rest is KUN, and the bow is non-branded, all used. The rosin is non-branded but new. This is a recommended violin, so please consider it.