The lacquer finish on these instruments is designed to be more durable than delicate spirit varnish, while still remaining thin enough to allow the instrument to resonate freely and maintain its lively, responsive tone.
If you’ve been looking for one of our instruments in a more straightforward, readily available format—without the need for custom options—this model is an excellent choice.
The “WN” in the model code stands for “Wide Neck.” If you’ve ever felt cramped on a standard 1 1/8" mandolin neck, this Northfield may be just what your left hand has been waiting for. The surprising part? For most players, the wider neck doesn’t feel wide at all—it simply offers a bit more space and fewer muffed notes.