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# Vintage Anton Schroetter Mittenwald M-69 4/4 Violin Outfit (1978) - With 2 Original Schroetter Bows & Hardshell Case
Up for sale is a beautiful, vintage German-made full-size (4/4) violin by the renowned maker Anton Schroetter (now part of GEWA Music). This instrument has a wonderful historical background and comes as a complete outfit with two original matching German bows and a vintage hardshell case.
## Instrument Details & History:
* **Brand/Maker:** Anton Schroetter (Geigenbaumeister, Mittenwald / Bayern)
* **Model:** M-69 (High-quality advanced student/intermediate model, stamped/branded below the neck heel)
* **Size:** 4/4 (Full Size)
* **Origin:** Made in Mittenwald, Germany (Bavaria)
* **Year/Provenance:** 1978. Features an authentic vintage school inventory engraving on the scroll side: "Bd. of Ed. Newark 78" (Board of Education, Newark, NJ). A fascinating piece of American school orchestra history!
## Condition:
* **Body:** The violin is in structurally sound condition with a beautiful flamed-maple back ("tiger stripes"). There are NO cracks, deep gouges, or seam separations on the top or back plates.
* **Bridge & Setup:** The original wooden bridge is standing straight and is labeled with string notes (G-D-A-E) from its student days. Equipped with fine tuners on the tailpiece for easy tuning.
* **Pegs:** Original wooden pegs fit firmly and hold pitch well.
## Bows & Case Included (Full Outfit):
* **Bows:** This outfit includes **TWO original vintage wooden bows stamped "A. Schroetter"**. Both bows feature authentic horsehair, intact frogs with pearl eyes, and functional tension screws. Having two original matching German bows adds great value and versatility to this set.
* **Case:** Includes the original vintage hardshell shaped case. Features a plush burgundy interior, an integrated accessory compartment for rosin/strings, and built-in twin bow holders. All latches and hinges are functional, providing excellent protection for shipping and storage.
