San Antonio No. 740 Made in Beijing, China, 1997 4/4 size violin Body length: 355mm In recent years, the progress of violin making technology in China has been remarkable, even for specialists, and its high quality is highly regarded in Europe and America. Many Chinese-made violins have been introduced in Japan, and San Antonio is a best-selling brand produced in one of the largest and most established factories (or workshops) among them. No. 740 is the top-of-the-line model, equivalent to the current V-840, and is a violin in the 500,000 yen class. It is a high-quality instrument made by craftsmen who trained in Cremona, Italy, using traditional Cremonese methods. As the manufacturer's top-of-the-line model, it is meticulously crafted, with careful selection of wood and attention to detail. The varnish color is subdued, and it has an antique finish that gives it the presence of an old instrument. The fitting parts (pegs, tailpiece, chin rest, endpin) are made of high-quality boxwood (stained finish). How about a full-fledged modern violin for this opportunity? It is recommended for those who want to handle a good instrument from the beginning, or for those who are upgrading from an entry-level instrument. Enjoy a selection of violins carefully chosen by a specialist shop that handles a wide range of instruments, from new to modern to old violins, with prices ranging from several hundred thousand yen to several million yen. Fully adjusted (bridge adjustment, peg adjustment, sound post adjustment, polishing, cleaning, overall adjustment). There are some scratches and dirt from use, and some varnish damage due to the soft varnish, but overall it is in healthy condition. New nylon strings are installed. It has been adjusted and maintained, so you can use it immediately after tuning.