A few years ago I bought a lathe from Mark from Wildwood Banjos as he retired. He also sold me some curly maple and this is my first time using it. It is quite hard, looks amazing and rings like a bell. I think the amber stain really makes the curl pop and offers a nice contrast to the grafted pistachio fretboard. The goat skin head and non steel strings make for a sweet but powerful sound. This one goes to Christie, I hope she likes it!

“Hi Aaron,
I received my banjo just now. It looks and sounds FABULOUS!
It is just beautiful. I love the “imperfections” (strips of dark) in the wood, the fretboard with the graft, the head, everything you chose. I appreciate your time and your work.
As you say.. Cheers!
C. M. ”