Guitar as canvas, that’s what we’re looking at here. Bill Wise’s “Overo” SJ, bedecked in a gorgeous array of marquetry depicting a paint horse rearing up before a rattlesnake, with badlands and mountains in the background. The woodworking and attention to detail is flawless and so on point; we really haven’t seen a piece quite as complex as this one from Bill before. All this marquetry work is on top of a set of gorgeous salvaged Brazilian Rosewood from Bill’s personal stash. Flip the guitar over, and you find a dramatically flamed Redwood top and Koa bindings. 13 frets to the body with a cutaway and soundport, plus a 25 inch scale for added warmth. Additionally, Bill installed twin arm and rib bevels for creature comfort, and an adjustable neck which keeps the setup dialed in precisely where you want it, just one twist of a wrench.
The 2008 Charis Overo SJ is a beauty, hands down, in pristine shape and equally suited to wow with both looks and sound.
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This is a very special guitar to celebrate the milestone of his 200th instrument. Bill Wise selected a very old salvaged set of Brazilian Rosewood and Flamed Redwood and worked with his daughter to create a gorgeous inlay scheme based on the Overo painted horses. The sound is lively and rich and full and as beautiful as the craftsmanship. | Scale Length | 25 in |
|---|---|
| Nut Width | 1.78 in |
| String Spacing | 2.313 in |
| Woods | Redwood - Flamed, Rosewood - Brazilian |
Guitar as canvas, that’s what we’re looking at here. Bill Wise’s “Overo” SJ, bedecked in a gorgeous array of marquetry depicting a paint horse rearing up before a rattlesnake, with badlands and mountains in the background
This is a very special guitar to celebrate the milestone of his 200th instrument. Bill Wise selected a very old salvaged set of Brazilian Rosewood and Flamed Redwood and worked with his daughter to create a gorgeous inlay scheme based on the Overo painted horses 