Bow Brand natural gut strings for bowed and plucked instruments are handmade in England to the highest standard, combining historic craftsmanship with exceptional musical performance. Designed for professional musicians, specialist makers, and passionate players, our strings are known for their elegance, responsiveness, tonal depth, and rich natural sound.

We are proud to reintroduce bowed instrument strings as part of Bow Brand’s enduring legacy. With over a century of string-making expertise, we continue to craft premium natural gut strings using traditional methods refined through generations of skill and experience.

Each string is individually handmade in our English workshop. Nothing is rushed, and no detail is overlooked. From the careful preparation of the gut to the silver winding and final finishing, every stage is carried out by skilled hands with precision, patience, and an uncompromising commitment to quality.

Our range includes natural gut strings and gut core silver-wound strings for violin, viola, cello, and other bowed and for the lute, baroque guitar and other plucked string instruments. These strings are created for musicians seeking warmth, tonal complexity, rich resonance, and a refined, responsive feel. Natural gut remains the benchmark by which all other string materials are judged, valued for its stability, expressive character, and unmistakable musical voice.

Particular care is given to the finishing of every Bow Brand string, including the cotton winding at the tail end. This small but important detail strengthens one of the string’s most vulnerable points, helping to improve durability, stability, and longevity. It reflects the depth of thought and craftsmanship invested in every string we make.

At Bow Brand, we unite the finest materials with meticulous handcraftsmanship to create strings that honour tradition while meeting the expectations of modern musicians. As our bowed and plucked string range continues to grow, we welcome suggestions from players, makers, and retailers around the world